The last thing in the world I want is for anyone to feel sorry for me. It really bothers me when people feel a sense of pity because I have muscular dystrophy, weigh only 68 pounds and sit strapped in a power wheelchair. The truth is, if I were fully aware of all the difficulties [...]
The Power of Your Story
Many professional speakers have what’s called a “signature story.” I’ve told mine literally hundreds of times to audiences across the country and around the world. You might think I’d get tired of telling it over and over again. Or perhaps I’d lose my enthusiasm for the story because it might become stale and “used up.” [...]
Didn’t get it done?
“When times were good, we didn’t get it done. When we had mild recessions, we didn’t get it done. When we were in peacetime, we did not get it done. When we were at war, we didn’t get it done. There is always a reason not to do it. It strikes me that now is [...]
The greatest feeling in the world!
There is no better feeling in the world than the feeling of consistently feeling GREAT about yourself! Wow, a lot of “feeling” went into that sentence, and I hope I didn’t confuse you, but if you analyze it, you’ll find it to be true. Everything we do is for the purpose experiencing that greatest feeling in the [...]
Wow, a webcam!
Since attending the National Speakers Association Winter Conference in Orlando a couple of weeks ago, I have been inspired to the point where I have successfully created some new tools to keep in touch with you and more effectively communicate my message of inner strength. This new website and blog is a major step for [...]
