What happens to us is not as important as the meaning we assign to it.Journaling helps sort this out.” Michael Hyatt What would you think if I told you there was an inexpensive and creative way to lighten life’s burdens? Would you be interested? Did you know one of the most effective ways you can […]
Life Change
Optimism: A Vital Part of Resilience
“The sun will come out tomorrow!” Little Orphan Annie Optimism is a vital part of resilience. With out optimism it is difficult to move through tough time, particularly these past few months. In this article I will show you how optimism is a vital part of resilience. Could it be that we are beginning to […]
4 Steps to Change Your Thoughts And Your Life!
By John Thurman, M.Div., M.A., LPCC Did you know that you have the power to change your thoughts, alter the path you are currently on and delete or reduce your limitations? By understanding the power of resistance and resilience and by engaging these 4 tips, you can dynamically impact your future and boost your motivation. […]
Peserverance and Tenacity: 2 Keys to Lasting Relationships
Perseverance and tenacity are two of the most important, least discussed, aspects of building and maintaining a long-term marriage. I should know, my wife, Angie and I recently celebrated our 45th anniversary. This year we took an anniversary trip to the Grand Canyon by train. We left Albuquerque on Amtrak’s Southwest Chief and got off […]
Recapture Your Vision: Push Back Depression & Negative Thinking
(c) 2014 John Thurman – Sagebrush Hood Ornament Recapture Your Vision by Pushing Back Depression and Negative Thinking Have any idea what this photo is? It is actually a hood ornament with clouds and sky in the background. Your perspective can mess with your head from time to time. I love being an entrepreneur, it […]
6 Reasons to Get a Grip on Depression
(c) 2013 John Thurman from Dia de Los Muertos Y Marigold Parade, Albuquerque So, what will reading Get a Grip on Depression do for the reader? by John Thurman Depression negatively impacts your personal life, relationships, and business. Recent studies indicate that 16% of Americans will have at least one episode of Major Depression in […]
Avoid 6 Stinking Thinking Traps
(c) 2014 John Thurman 6 Thinking Styles to Avoid by John Thurman Have you ever noticed how quickly your mind can get distracted? Things seem to be just fine and then out of nowhere you begin to have these intrusive, negative thoughts? Thankfully, it is a problem nearly every human being experiences from time to […]