Self Improvement

The Game-Changing Power of Tolerance: A Journey of Humility, Friendship, and Personal Growth

Tolerance – A Key to Win the Game of Life My dear reader, I hope this blog finds you in good spirits. Gather round as your ol’ friend Kev spins another life lesson for you today, the precious virtue called Tolerance. My story begins on an ordinary afternoon that took an extraordinary turn. A Journey …

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The Tale of the Baby Shower: Lessons in Leadership and the Power of Delegation

Lessons in Leadership: The Tale of the Baby Shower Hello, dear reader. Today, I want to share a memory with you that carries rich wisdom on leadership—a story woven around an event as joyous and tender as a baby shower. The Unforeseen Event Welcome back to memory lane, where ordinary occurrences often birth profound insights. …

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Unlocking the Language of Altruism: A Journey of Kindness, Patience, and Triumph

Learning the Selfless Language of Altruism Hello, dear travelers on this path we call life. I am here once more to share an enchanting tale which shines a light upon altruism, a virtue as ancient as time itself and one that has left an indelible mark on my spirit. The Beginning – A New Language …

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The Art of Contentment: Embracing Growth and Letting Go of Complacency on the Yoga Mat

The Difference between Contentment and Complacency: A Reflection from an Old Yoga Mat China philosopher Lao Tzu once said, “Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lacking, the world belongs to you.” I remember this quote quite often, but one memory comes particularly clear—my …

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Hope’s Nurturing Glow: Finding Beauty in the Storm

Nurturing Hope: The Day I Saw a Rainbow You can’t have a rainbow without rain. A seemingly simple concept that we often take for granted, the same kind of idea applies to life too – there is no joy without sorrow, no triumph without struggle. Today, I want to share with you an enchanted moment …

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The Picnic in the Park: A Tale of Grace – Uniting Humanity and Compassion through Unexpected Encounters

The Picnic in the Park: A Tale of Grace Years ago, on an average Sunday afternoon, I found myself amidst a group of lively youngsters for a picnic in the park. Little did I know then that this ordinary excursion would turn into an extraordinary lesson about grace. A Peaceful Afternoon Distraction It was one …

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Unleash Your Inner Courage: An Easter Tale of Overcoming Fear

Crack Open Your Fears: An Easter Tale of Courage Greetings, friend. I hope this finds you well. Oftentimes in life, we find our most inspiring lessons from the unlikeliest of sources. Today, I want to share a story with you about an Easter Egg Hunt. It’s not just any tale – it encapsulates a lifelong …

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Embracing Earnestness: A First Time Encounter with Snow That Forever Shaped My Life

Earnestness: First Time in Snow Do you remember your first time seeing and experiencing snow? I clearly recall my maiden encounter – the freshness of the air, the beauty of those white-flakes hovering around, covering everything with a pristine blanket. That day taught me something crucial about life that’s stuck with me over these many …

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The Empowering Impact of Encouragement: A Journey From Court to Life’s Arena

The Power of Encouragement: Stepping onto the Field of Life There’s something incredibly revitalizing about sharing one’s wisdom; becoming a conduit for life lessons that have both made and shaped us. Today, I want to invite you on a journey down memory lane with me as we visit my days on the basketball court – …

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Rivers of Youth: A Lesson in Exuberance and Lifesaving from the Summer of ’68

Of Exuberance and Lifesaving: A Lesson from a Bygone Era Hello, dear readers of granddadssurvival.com, it’s Kev again. Today, I’m here to tell you a tale about exuberance, but not in the way you might expect. It is instead a sober lesson masked by the thrill seeker spirit that we nostalgically refer to as exuberence …

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