Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
I just finished packing for a trip to San Francisco. I'll get there Sunday afternoon and stay until Thursday, speaking twice at a conference and attending other sessions. Having been there several times before, I'm sure it will be a good experience. Perhaps the hardest decision I'll make all week, though, related to the conference …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #236: Leave Some Baggage Behind
I prefer realism more than pessimism or optimism. Others may see me differently, but for purposes of this post, give me the benefit of the doubt. It helps me maintain that view when I surround myself with others who share the same perspective. Constant pessimism is a drain. I don't want to be around such …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #235: Listen To the Voice of Realism
Do you know someone who seems to enjoy arguing? Perhaps it's a coworker. Maybe it's a friend, acquaintance or neighbor. Or it might be a family member, although I hope it isn't one that lives under the same roof as you. What is your reaction to someone who only seems "happy" when he/she is verbally …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #234: You Don’t Have To Win Every Argument
When I began this year of blogging about daily lessons learned, I wrote that my daily framework centered around three words - ground, stretch and reflect. After making sure each day is grounded in strengthening that which is at my core, and after stretching to do more than others expect of me throughout the day, …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #233: Some Days Don’t Have Learning Moments
I chatted on Facebook last night with Doug - a good friend from high school - about some old memories. Doug has an amazing memory, recalling far more details about past events than I do. He impressed me last summer at our reunion with his recollections as well. Doug shared several memories last night that …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #232: Friendship Is a Big Thing That Is Made Up of Little Things
