Optimism vs. Hope

People are often labeled as optimists or pessimists. Many would label me as an optimist. Optimism is rooted in an attitude of expectation that good will result — I will be healed from my illness, I will achieve success in my business or I will win. Optimism,...

Finding God in Disappointment

My disappointment was great. I had hoped for so much more. As I wallowed in my sorrow, I realized that my disappointment was rooted in my expectations. My hopes were dashed because my focus was on me. Could joy be present in the midst of my abysmal circumstances?...

Lessons in Forgiveness

Scientific research shows that when I forgive I will be happier and healthier. (Robert Enright Ph.D., International Forgiveness Institute, University of Wisconsin-Madison) Studies by Dr. Fred Laskin at Stanford University also indicate that forgiveness can be learned...

When Knowledge Meets Power

"Scienta potentia est" the Latin maxim of Sir Francis Bacon means "Knowledge is power". I have found that knowledge finds its' power as it is lived out. For instance, my medical knowledge found its' power when I was able to apply it to the...