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WHAT AM I READING RIGHT NOW? The Beauty of Books
Books have the ability to teach us an incredible amount of information. We can read nonfiction stories to learn more about themes and messages while also learning a little bit about ourselves and our own feelings about each situation. There are business books that teach us how to lead teams, hire the right people, and develop strong business relationships. There are even self-development books that encourage us to improve ourselves and be better than we were yesterday. No matter what you’re looking to accomplish, there’s a book available to help. I’m an avid reader, and you can almost always find me reading a personal development, staff development, or marketing book at any given time. Each one provides me with different areas of knowledge that allow me to become a better business owner and attorney. They even help me to become a better person in general. I’m always on the lookout for a good book to read next. I enjoy reading staff development books because I need to be able to lead and inspire my team. These books provide me with the tools to do so. One book I’m currently reading is “Good Leaders Ask Great Questions” by John C. Maxwell. It’s a great book that’s helping me become a better leader so I can take my team to the next level. I’m about halfway through it but have already learned some vital lessons. I’m also reading “Winning” by Tim S. Grover. This book focuses on the idea that you need to be willing to do whatever it takes to win. Everything has a cost and you must be willing to pay the price or make sacrifices to reach your goals. Great and willing people can rise to the challenge and overcome any obstacles thrown their way. I started reading this book because I greatly enjoyed another of Tim S. Grover’s books called “Relentless.” Grover describes three different types of people in “Relentless.” There are coolers, closers, and cleaners. It’s interesting because he tells you how to identify these people in your business and what their
roles look like. Coolers are solid team players who will do what they’re told. They perform when the circumstances are right, but if there’s too much pressure, they cool down and can’t perform. They’re the type of player who will give you 10 rebounds but will fail to score any points, assists, or steals. You know what they’ll do every time and shouldn’t expect anything more. Closers are quite similar to coolers since the circumstances need to be perfect in order for them to perform to the best of their ability. They’re the people who you want to take the last shot. Hard workers but not necessarily the most efficient. And then there are cleaners. These are the players who will do whatever it takes to reach the top. Michael Jordan, Tom Brady, and the late, great Kobe Bryant are all fantastic examples of cleaners. They’re impact players who change the game at a moment’s notice. There’s one more book that I’m currently reading that has profoundly impacted my life: the Bible. There are so many lessons within the Bible that I wasn’t aware of before. Lessons on leadership, family, and faith. There’s always something new to learn whenever you pick up the Good Book. No matter what your interests are, there’s a book out there that can provide you with more knowledge or keep you entertained. You just have to head to the bookstore or a library to find one that matches your interests. Once you start reading about something you’re interested in, it will be hard to put the book down.
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GREAT LEADERS I WOULD HAVE LIKED TO MEET
Who Would Be on Your List?
Walt Disney: He took many risks, and an even more significant risk was
became the most visible spokesman and leader in the civil rights movement from 1955 until his assassination in 1968. I would like to have met Dr. King to learn more about bringing people together to solve common problems. Muhammad Ali: He was an American professional boxer and activist. Nicknamed “The Greatest,” he is regarded as one of the most significant sports figures of the 20th century and is frequently ranked as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time. I’d like to have met Ali to glean wisdom about how to fight for what you believe, even if that means fighting with the government. Benjamin Franklin: He was an American polymath who was active as a writer, scientist, inventor, statesman, diplomat, printer, publisher, and political philosopher. Franklin helped draft the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution and negotiated the 1783 Treaty of Paris, ending the Revolutionary War. I’d like to have met Franklin because he was a man of many talents and to learn what he thought about while drafting the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Julius Caesar: Gaius Julius Caesar, a Roman general and statesman, was born on July 13, 100 B.C. He commanded all of Rome’s armies and won many battles that gave
borrowing millions of dollars to open Disneyland. It took excellent leadership skills to build up the Disney
Empire and make it such a success. It’s no hidden fact that Walt Disney has far surpassed his dreams and will forever live on as one of the most iconic men of the
20th century. I would like to have met Walt Disney to see his creative genius in action.
Bruce Lee: He was a Hong Kong and American martial artist, martial arts instructor, actor, director, screenwriter, producer,
and philosopher. Not only did he train in kung fu, but he also developed his own style of martial arts called Jeet Kune Do, which means “The art of the intercepting fist.” A blend of ancient kung fu, fencing, boxing, and philosophy, he began teaching this instead of traditional martial arts. I would like to have met Bruce Lee to see his training regimen and learn more about his philosophy on life. Mahatma Gandhi: He was loved and respected by all religious communities. He fought tirelessly to make India free from the British. His policy of “truth and nonviolence” was a great hit. It inspired not only freedom movements in India but also across the world. I would like to have met Gandhi to learn to show restraint because self-control and restraint are critical for success. Nelson Mandela: Nelson Mandela was born in Mvezo, South Africa, on July 18, 1918. He was at the forefront of the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa. In 1964, he got a life sentence to be imprisoned at Robben Island, but he was released in 1990 after 26 years. He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993, along with South Africa’s president at the time, F.W. de Klerk, for leading the transition from apartheid to a multiracial democracy. I would like to have met Nelson Mandela to learn about resilience; going to prison for 26 years and still wanting to lead and help others is unbelievable.
more land to Rome. I’d like to have met Julius Caesar to learn what it felt like to travel, fight, and conquer so many different countries and ask him if it was worth it.
Alexander the Great: Alexander III of Macedon, commonly known as
Alexander the Great, was a king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon. He succeeded his father Philip II to the throne in 336 B.C. at age 20. He spent most of his ruling years conducting a lengthy military campaign throughout Western Asia and Egypt. I would ask Alexander the Great the same question: Was it worth it?
Jesus: Jesus, also called Jesus Christ, Jesus of Galilee, or Jesus of Nazareth, is last but not least. I would like to have met him to thank him for being a place of refuge and forgiveness and for allowing everyone to receive salvation.
Martin Luther King Jr.: He was an American Baptist minister and social rights activist in the United States in the 1950s and ’60s and
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AFTER THE DEATH OF A SPOUSE 4 Methods to Cope With Grief
There are very few events that we experience in our lives that are as painful and confusing as the death of a spouse. The days, months, and years following the loss can be an incredibly difficult time. It’s important that you take the necessary time to grieve while also remembering good times with your spouse. Figuring out how to grieve is easier said than done, though. Below you will find four methods to help with the healing process after experiencing the death of a spouse. Allow yourself to grieve. After difficult situations such as losing a loved one, many of us try to force our emotions to the back of our minds. There is nothing wrong with grieving, especially after losing a spouse. Allow yourself to feel the emotions and thoughts that follow. The healing process becomes more difficult if you don’t give yourself any time to mourn or grieve. Take it a day at a time. Talk out your feelings. This is not the best time to shut down. The healing process truly starts once you can
share your thoughts and feelings with others. Discuss how you’re feeling with friends and family while also reliving some of your favorite memories and the special things you miss about your partner. Speaking your mind will help you feel better. Find a support system. While it will certainly help to talk about your thoughts and feelings with your family, it may help even more to find a support group of individuals who have experienced the same loss. You may learn some new and healthy ways to grieve, but more importantly you’ll be around people who are kind and care about your situation.
Celebrate their memory. After your spouse passes, it can help to
remember and celebrate their memory. Keep up with the traditions the two of you built together and keep a place in your heart for them. Those memories will continue to be a source of comfort and joy for the rest of your life.
Pumpkin Pie Parfaits
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INGREDIENTS
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3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
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1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/8 tsp ground cloves 1 cup vanilla sandwich cookies 8 oz whipped topping
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2 cups cold milk
15-oz can pumpkin purée
1/2 tsp cinnamon
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DIRECTIONS
1. In a large bowl, whisk together pudding mix and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir in pumpkin purée, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves. 2. In a blender or food processor, crush vanilla sandwich cookies into crumbs. 3. In small jars or glasses, place cookie crumbs on bottom, then pumpkin mixture, then whipped topping. Repeat these layers twice and end with cookie crumbs. 4. Chill until ready to serve!
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Exploring Some of My Favorite Book Genres
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Great Leaders I Would Have Liked to Meet
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Coping With Grief After the Loss of a Spouse
Pumpkin Pie Parfaits
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Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is all about letting the ghoul times roll, but monsters and ghosts aren’t the only things parents need to worry about this holiday. Most older kids don’t want an adult chaperoning — they want to venture off with their friends to enjoy the night all on their own. Have a Spooky Good Time WHILE KEEPING SAFETY IN MIND
Here are a few safety tips so that you and your older kids can enjoy the spooky evening with no worries.
Pack the essentials. Always make sure your child has their phone on them in case of an emergency, no matter if it’s to call you or an emergency line. You could even share locations so that you’re able to track where they are or use another location tracking app like Life360 or FamiSafe that’s available on your devices. If they plan to stay out for a while, have your child take water bottles, flashlights, and even a small first-aid kit with them. They actually come in handy when exploring the Halloween night and the unexpected happens. Older kids deserve a bit of freedom, as long as they can do it responsibly. Consider these tips to make sure the night is trick-free and full of the best treats.
Plan a route and curfew. Some older kids still love the nostalgia of trick-or-treating, or maybe they plan to pull some Halloween pranks with their friends. Whatever the reason may be, they may want to enjoy the evening without a parent. One of the best ways to make sure they’re staying safe is to plan a route and a curfew. Pick and choose which routes you feel comfortable with them going on, either somewhere nearby or somewhere in the neighborhood. And choosing a curfew time is essential so you know when to expect their return. This way if something happens and you cannot reach them or they aren’t back in time, you have a general idea of where they can be on the route.
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