My pride took a beating
which left me upset.
Instead of seeing the big picture
I saw only my wants unmet. Continue reading
humility
My Pride Cycle
There is a pattern
that comes into view
when I look back
at what I’ve been through. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: Meek and Lowly of Heart
by Elder David A. Bednar
The word meek has been given a bad rap. It now implies all those things this day and age is against. Things like quietness, timidity, shyness. But it actually isn’t that at all. And it is not a bad quality to acquire along the way either. Continue reading
General Conference thoughts: The Eternal Everyday
by Elder Quentin L. Cook
This talk may seem a paradox of sorts. In order to be God-like we need to be humble. At first reading, it may appear wrong. In order to be God-like shouldn’t we focus on becoming powerful? Continue reading
The Greatest Leaders Are the Greatest Followers
by Stephen W. Owen
I did not see this talk initially during conference but I sure highlighted a good portion of it when I read it in the Ensign. In fact, it made such an impact on me that I have used it for training purposes. That’s why I’m sneaking it in here now.
The capacity to be grateful is a blessing
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