Watching the prodigal return of Ted Williams to his mother on Good Morning America today was a great way to start the day. The rags-to-riches story of Ted Williams, the down-and-out homeless man and ex-con with the golden voice,...
This week in Chile, hope became resolve, and resolve led to success. After 68 days beneath the earth, the last of the 33 miners trapped were brought to the surface. Buried after a collapse of the San Jose gold...
As I write in The Optimism Advantage, “One of the best ways to inspire others is to share heroic stories from the past and the present. Stories turn experiences into narratives, people into heroes and earned successes into renewed...
For centuries people have struggled with a vexing question: “If there is a just and all-powerful God, why do bad things happen to good people?” Books have been written to explore this difficult question. Some reject faith, because no...
As one of America’s young adults, you hold our country’s future in your hands. As you look at graduating, here are some SECRETS of LIFE to help you on your journey. Sometimes a little truth-telling can be the best...
Taking an evening to drive down to see my niece bring her dancing skills to a Mothers’ Day Service at Saddleback Church reminds me of the power of faith and music to inspire hope and joy. Karli Padilla has...
Wouldn’t you rather be an optimist than a pessimist? It’s time to sharpen your attitude, your self-motivation, and your positive focus. It’s time to claim your optimism advantage! What are you waiting for? Choose optimism by using these tips...
