As a resident of Durham, North Carolina, I live in a diverse and international community that blends into the culture of a southern state, full of residents whose families have been here for generations. Fifty years ago, when the population of Durham NC was almost entirely southern and Christian, Jesus was a commonly named presence …
It’s hard to fit spirituality into your workday. You can “make time” for prayer or meditation between meetings and tasks — and this is a good thing. But better yet: stop trying to fit spirituality into your workday. Instead, make your workday part of your spirituality! In this workshop, you’ll explore how to: (1) Define your …
A Hasid comes to see his Rabbi: “Rebbe, I had a dream that I was the leader of 300 Hasidim. What should I do?” The Rabbi replies, “Come back when 300 Hasidim have a dream that you are their leader.” ——— Image: Isroel Hopsztajn, Magid from Kozienice. Source: National Library of Israel, Schwadron Collection
LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner leads from his spiritual core — not by talking about “religion” at work, but by working in accord with his spiritual values: Of all the management principles I have adopted over the years, either through direct experience or learning from others, there is one I aspire to live by more than …
Do you work with your soul? Does what you do make sense to your head and your heart? And are you happy with direction your career is moving? If your answers are Yes, that’s GREAT! But if not, it’s time to change — to create a career that truly reflects your spirit. It’s time to …
“Preach the Gospel at all times. Where necessary, use words” These particular words are attributed to Francis of Assisi, though it is fairly certain he did not say them, exactly. But never mind that detail. Here is the theme for Christians, as I understand it: Step 1. Live as your faith directs you to live. For …
Three related quotes: “Call on God, but row away from the rocks” “Trust in Allah, but tie your camel.” “Prayer indeed is good, but while calling on the gods a man should himself lend a hand.” — Attribution unknown.* But why worry about that if the words are wise? ———— *For many years, I thought …