Category Archives: Hope

How Charity Saved My Leg

Posted on December 24, 2013 by

One act of charity can have an unimaginable impact on the lives of countless people. One act of charity eventually saved my leg. Charity – n generosity toward others Charity has many faces. It shows up as a helping hand, … Continue reading →

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Secrets to Nelson Mandela Surviving 27 Year in Prison

Posted on December 7, 2013 by

The world mourns the loss of Nelson Mandela at the age of 95. He lived his life for others and from an early age, entered the fight for freedom and equality to come to his nation. Mandela has been a … Continue reading →

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6 Ways to Boost Your Survivability

Posted on November 30, 2013 by

Survivability – n The ability to remain alive or continue to exist The capability of a person or system to fulfill its mission in the presence of threats, failures or accidents Survivability is more than staying alive physically during or … Continue reading →

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A Donkey and a Powerful Lesson

Posted on November 17, 2013 by

Sometimes in life, we find ourselves in situations unplanned, dark and without hope. We feel a lot like one particular donkey who found himself down in his circumstances and fighting for his life. How he responded to his despair and … Continue reading →

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12 Tips for Pushing Past Fear

Posted on November 3, 2013 by

Fear if allowed to dominate, holds us back and paralyzes us from action. If fear warns us of a legitimate threat, it’s our friend. But if fear is unfounded in reality and comes as an emotional disturber of the peace, … Continue reading →

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A Granddaughter Rekindles Hope

Posted on October 26, 2013 by

Nelson Mandela tells a story of a hope inspiring visit he had with his daughter while in Robben Island prison. The visit occurred shortly after his daughter Zeni had married into the Swazi royal family to the prince Thumbumuzi. Once … Continue reading →

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What Nelson Mandela Can Teach about Education

Posted on October 19, 2013 by

The story of Nelson Mandela is a story of courage, tenacity, and transformational leadership. His book Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela is a journey describing both his formative years and his long struggle to bring freedom … Continue reading →

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