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Paint The Barn Red

In the never ending quest for happiness, we tend to try all sorts of things – exercise, eating right, counseling, medication. These are the more positive approaches. The list could be drugs, alcohol, pornography…etc. Why don’t any of these work very well, or for long? Read More >>

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You Can Do It – Seriously

I’ve had an old truth come into light recently. It came from some mountain climbers, a magician, and, from all people, me – a little. Read More >>

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How You Can Be Happy – Be Girly

One thing I’ve always admired about women is they’re not men. They think differently. There is more focus on relationships, building community, and family. There is a mindset of grace, rather than “right.” Unfortunately, this is changing… Read More >>

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Good, Good, Good Days

I knew an old guy who used to say he never had bad days. He categorized his days as good, good good, or good good good. I was only seventeen when I knew him and thought he was nuts – he wasn’t. Read More >>

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Losing Your Atheism: Intuition Can Strenghthen Belief

I read an article recently entitled: “Losing Your Religion: Analytic Thinking Can Undermine Belief.” The goal of the research behind the piece was to shed some light on the origins of belief and disbelief. Cool…let’s check it out. Read More >>

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How You Can Be Happy – Money

I knew it! Money can buy you happiness! In the video below, Michael Norton describes how money can definitely buy happiness when spent a certain way. The data he shows is really interesting – what the religious and/or spiritual have known for some time. Read More >>

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Why Is Everyone So Sad

I was snuggling with my 6-year-old daughter Katy last night. She asked me a very good question – why is everyone so sad? She went on to show me with her lips and facial expressions that the normal state for people seems to be a sad one. Why? Read More >>

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How Can You Be Happy – Wade In

One of my favorite quotes comes from Fridtjof Nansen – explorer, scientist, humanitarian (1861–1930). He notes: “Never stop because you are afraid – you are never so likely to be wrong.” Read More >>

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Changing Your Mind

I discovered a profound truth recently. It occurred while I was asking my kids to brush their teeth. They didn’t. They didn’t even listen. Why? I don’t speak kid. Read More >>

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The Kingdom Of Fraud

A lot of people struggle with the Christian message. Some because is doesn’t make sense logically. Others because they see hypocrisy among its adherents. Still others see judgment and lists of rules and regulations. Read More >>

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