Stepping Into Darkness

"When you get to the end of all the light you know, and it's time to step into the darkness of the unknown, faith is knowing that one of two things shall happen: either you will be given something solid to stand on, or you will be taught how to fly." - Edward Teller

There are moments we are confronted with a challenge in life. It could be a job loss, an issue with children or health. It is a moment that challenges us with a decision.

Will you step into that darkness to confront the challenge?

Will you have faith to make that next step into the unknown? Or will you stop cold in your footsteps hold onto the light, never to get past your fear?

To overcome, there will be these moments of decision.

Trust in your self and walk boldly beyond the light into the unknown. Confront the challenge in order to overcome it. With boldness, trust and faith, you will be taken to a new place beyond the darkness.

Have faith in what you can do. Move forward through the darkness to find daylight in your life. And stay inspired my friends.

Detours in Life

“We make a lot of detours, but we're always heading for the same destination.”
― Paulo Coelho

Life is full of twists and turns that even the most knowledgeable person can not predict. The goals and visions that you set forth in your life will lead you down a path that is full of unknowns.

The journey of life will have its detours.

There will be detours encountered along the way and are a fact of life. It is how we respond to those detours, and obstacles that will determine our ability to succeed in life.

Many people will choose to allow an obstacle to cancel all plans. They will set up shop, staying where they are. Forever they will go about their new found business of life, wishing things were different.

Your life is much more than that.

Obstacles do not keep you from your goal. Take the detour and find your way, a different way to your vision or dream. Success will never be an easy path, it will take time and adjustment to achieve it. But you will achieve it if you keep trying.

Stay inspired my friends.

Awake Your Soul

“The most powerful weapon on earth is the human soul on fire.”
- Marshal Ferdinand Foch

What is it going to be like for you?

Are you going to put those words into action?

Is the fire inside going to flame out or build?

Will you be changed?


Stay inspired my friends!

Friends and Family

“I would rather walk with a friend in the dark, than alone in the light.”
― Helen Keller

The painting above is called "Luncheon of the Boating Party" by Renoir. I love the painting for its simple view of people gathering. There are formal and non-formal interactions going on. There is a sense of care and ease among those gathered.

It reminds me very much of a gathering you or I may have. A gathering of friends for a game of cards maybe. These gatherings throughout our lives are those in which we need family and friends to be part of.

We need them for the comfort and support they bring.

We need them for the advice and encouragement we can not get by ourselves.

It is the community of relationships we have that makes our lives better. On the spokes of your wheel, this is the social and family strength to move through life.

Take the time to meet with others and envelope yourself in the warmth of friendship. Your days will be better, your spirit will be lifted, and your life will be renewed.

Stay inspired my friends!