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New York Times Bestselling Author Andy Andrews’ New Book: The Butterfly Effect

Matt — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:59:25 +0000

Andy Andrews, hailed by a New York Times writer as someone who has quietly become “one of the most influential people in America,” is a best-selling novelist and in-demand corporate speaker for the world’s largest organizations. He has spoken at the request of four different U.S. Presidents and at military bases worldwide. Andy is the [...]

Developing Self-Leadership

Matt — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00:22 +0000

“He who is required by the necessity of his position to speak the highest things is compelled by the same necessity to exemplify the highest things.” -Gregory the Great (450-604) In college, I had the privilege of leading my school’s Taekwondo Club. I found it to be a fun, but demanding role. On good days, [...]

Stop and Smell the Flowers

Matt — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:26:57 +0000

“Every now and then go away, have a little relaxation, for when you come back to your work your judgment will be surer.” -Leonardo DaVinci As the weekend approaches we, here at Simple Truths, find ourselves in weather a bit colder than last weekend. The realization that winter has arrived is undeniable! What do [...]

Celebrate Veteran’s Day in Words and Actions

Matt — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:46:48 +0000

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” -John Fitzgerald Kennedy Today we celebrate Veteran’s Day by thanking those who have sacrificed and still do so for our freedom. I, personally, am reminded of classmates and friends who have voluntarily committed [...]

Mondays with Mac: Remembering Those Who Serve Us

Mac — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:06:57 +0000

As Veteran’s Day approaches, I’m reminded of the brave men and women who sacrifice home, family, and comfort to serve in our nation’s military. War is not glamorous, and I can only imagine the inner strength of those who endure great suffering on behalf of their country. Last year, I had the privilege of meeting one [...]

What Is the American Dream? Shawna Coronado Proves It Is More Than You Think!

Matt — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:00:31 +0000

Today we are pleased to welcome a local web celebrity, Shawna Lee Coronado! A successful online entrepreneur specializing in green lifestyle living, Shawna Lee Coronado is also an author, locally syndicated newspaper columnist, blogger, energetic speaker, and environmental and health correspondent. Shawna’s business experience has helped her spread the positive health and simple living message [...]

Each Decision Affects What you Become…

Matt — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:06:33 +0000

We all have them. They can be for a day, week, year, or even a lifetime. Some are meant to change the world, while others are for changing ourselves. They might be for a particular change, for example, in the amount you sell in a month, or for a general change, like becoming less [...]

Mondays with Mac: Goals from Zig, part 3

Mac — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:11:10 +0000

It’s not what happens to you that matters, it’s how you respond to what happens to you that makes the difference.” -Zig Ziglar Though today is Monday and I am sure you are expecting a “Monday with Mac”, I would like to share something not from my life, but a little video from someone else’s life. [...]

Recovering a Winning Mentality

Matt — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:00:14 +0000

Earlier this month, we received an email from a Simple Truths fan, telling us about how she uses our movies and books. Maggie had such a compelling story that we had to share it with you! The following is her short story to get you in the “winning” mentality. Several years ago I was contacted by [...]

Follow this Health Care Tip

Matt — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:00:16 +0000

With all of this concern over the Swine Flu, we are all taking measures to be healthy. I know around our office we have installed hand sanitizer stations and are being very careful about what we touch. Just yesterday, in fact, it smelled like a “Lysol bomb” went off in the waiting room since [...]