Author Archives: Jim Gleason

I have made some bad decisions in my lifetime. I’ve come across things that I wanted and immediately acted on my desire. In these cases I haven’t done research into the knowledge available to me and I haven’t stopped to consider the impact of my decisions. So, predictably, I have suffered the consequences. And sometimes,Continue reading “Foolish Desires”

I’ve noticed that my excitement about most things decreases over time. I buy a new car and am really excited about it, but in a short time the new car commands less of my interest. I start a new work project fervently, but weeks or months later the project just seems to drag on andContinue reading “Don’t Let Passion Wane”

The internet gives us access to more problem solving solutions than ever before. We can meet with a doctor online and get help for our physical ailments. We can obtain advice and counsel for a variety of problems through effective internet searches. And yet, we still have to come close to receive help for someContinue reading “Close Enough to Touch”

In ancient times a royal message or decree was marked by the seal of royalty. Wax was applied to the message and then the king would press his ring into the wax. The seal would ensure that the message was not tampered with and reflected the king’s true words and intentions. We do something similarContinue reading “Guarantee of Our Inheritance”

We all know people who want to make good changes in their lives but keep going back to the same environment. Perhaps you know of an alcoholic that wants to quit drinking but spends time in bars and clubs. Or you may know a drug addict who wants to quit but spends his time mostlyContinue reading “Keep the Right Company”