The Appalachian Father Podcast

Last time, we talked about the freedom in forgiving others.  Today, let's revisit that a bit, but then turn the focus inward and talk about accepting forgiveness and forgiving ourselves. 

Stop giving away occupation of your mind and energy.  Release that burden of retribution and vengeance.  It's not yours to carry.  Set it all down and step forward in peace. 

Friends, we are created to move.  And stopping in one place for too long is never a good idea.  We're either ripening or rotting.  Keep on keeping on and you'll experience a life you didn't know was possible, and you'll become a better person along the way.  Walk with me, and let's talk about it. 

We've only got so many trips around the sun.  And so each opportunity we have, each unique situation we have might be our only change to act with purpose.  So, in any situation, resolve to make it count. 

Before we can act with intention, we must first decide the person we want to be.  Let's talk a bit about that decision.

Let's spend a little time talking about what it means to keep your word.

Recently, I was asked to write down what I'm most proud of.  For this episode, I'd like to share a bit of my response because doing so will set the stage for what I'd like to accomplish in our time together.  Walk with me for a while and let's talk about it. 

For this first episode, before we get into character building and taking responsibility for ourselves and becoming the best version of ourselves, I’d simply like to suggest something to you.  Something easy, but meaningful.  Something that can impact folks more deeply than you might think.

Next time you want to send a message to someone, if it can wait, send them a handwritten note.

I'd like you to join me as we talk about being a better husband and father, a better sibling and friend, maybe a better neighbor too.