by Bruce McIntyre | Feb 26, 2016 | Resilience
First steps in mastering this difficult skill Admittedly, I prefer to say “Yes.” I like to help; I want to be available; and I don’t like the conflict. But here’s the thing. Over time, I begin to resent the fact that I am overcommitting myself,...
by Bruce McIntyre | Feb 19, 2016 | Spiritual Stuff
Why? The history of the spiritual walk has been trod by millions of people for millions of reasons. But ultimately, the reasons boil down to a few…perhaps even just one. Peace. Inner, spiritual peace. The kind that emanates in the form of an involuntary,...
by Bruce McIntyre | Feb 12, 2016 | Spiritual Stuff
Three Prayers So, you’re walking slowly, placing yourself in a receptive mode. Still, our minds tend to wander and drift back toward worry or brooding. Here are 3 prayers that may help you focus on better things. The Enough Prayer. It might go something like...
by Bruce McIntyre | Feb 5, 2016 | Spiritual Stuff
Putting Yourself in a Position to Receive Peace Ambling, moseying, scurrying. Fast walking, power walking, speed walking. You have probably walked in all of these ways and more. Talking on a phone, worrying, brooding, or talking to yourself. You walk. Over the next...
by Bruce McIntyre | Feb 2, 2016 | Serendipity
Outsmarting the latent stressors in your life Do you have days that seem like a whirlwind? Teetering on two wheels, out of control, fast moving days, when it seems difficult to focus and accomplish anything intentionally? Perhaps some of these ideas will help: 1. Turn...
