Category Archives: Adventure

Intentionality in living: choosing one’s path, decision-making, determination, persistence, and ceaselessness in choosing the steps in life’s journey

On the Joy of Challenges

Posted on April 2, 2023 by Mike Reuter

In their book, The Truth about Leadership, James M. Kouzes, and Barry Z. Posner write, “Challenges cause you to come face-to-face with yourself. They are rather harsh ways of reminding you of what’s important, what you value, and where you … Continue reading →

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On Our Greatness Within

Posted on March 19, 2023 by Mike Reuter

We all have something unique within us that we can bring forth to help us succeed. Whether it’s a skill, a passion, or a personality trait, we can harness our individual strengths to push through difficult times. As the poet, … Continue reading →

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On Standing Out and Being Remarkable

Posted on March 12, 2023 by Mike Reuter

In his article, Standing Out, Seth Godin discussed what it takes for great leaders to truly stand out from the crowd. By way of introduction, he speaks about the origin of sliced bread. The fact, he notes, is “That for … Continue reading →

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On the Gifts of Challenges

Posted on February 26, 2023 by Mike Reuter

Martin Luther King Jr., said, “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” Challenges are an inevitable part of life. They … Continue reading →

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On the Value of “What Ifs”

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Mike Reuter

‘What ifs’ are viewed by some as stumbling blocks to action, concern about a road not taken, or the belief that they don’t matter and wouldn’t change anything. They become a continuing hesitancy in the search for something better, a … Continue reading →

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On Beginnings

Posted on January 15, 2023 by Mike Reuter

Every day is a new beginning. Those simple words bring excitement or dread to the possibilities the beginnings hold. William James wrote, “It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task which, more than anything else, will affect … Continue reading →

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Your Gift to You This Year Ahead… Peace of Mind

Posted on January 1, 2023 by Mike Reuter

In this year ahead, may you grant yourself joy, happiness and peace of mind. With bold intentions, seek that inner space of quiet where you free yourself of the constraints of ‘have to’s’ and ‘should do’s’ and be released from … Continue reading →

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Living Your Story

Posted on December 4, 2022 by Mike Reuter

John Maxwell said, “It’s easier to tell a story than to live a story. Most people go through life just telling a story…. To tell a story is to be in the second or third person. To live a story … Continue reading →

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There Is Only One You

Posted on November 20, 2022 by Mike Reuter

Each of us is a unique piece in the infinite universe’s mosaic. There is only one of us. How we see the world is the unique gift we bring to the world. We are beautifully and singularly different. An unknown … Continue reading →

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You Cannot Give What You Do Not Have

Posted on October 23, 2022 by Mike Reuter

In his podcast, The Law of Intentionality, John Maxwell speaks of the critical importance of intentionality in the great leaders’ journey of continued growth and learning. He beautifully captures the importance of growth in the great leaders’ life saying: “You … Continue reading →

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