One World: Together At Home Broadcast Replay

Enjoy the broadcast replay of “One World: Together At Home!” featuring appearances by Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, The Rolling Stones, Sam Smith, Jennifer Lopez, Paul McCartney, Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Elton John, Andrea Bocelli, Celine Dion, Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, Kacey Musgraves, J Balvin, Billie Joe Armstrong, Eddie Vedder, Chris Martin, Lang Lang, Alanis Morissette, Burna Boy, Stevie Wonder, and more!
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Steve Goodier Wisdom: No Hopeless Situations

In this inspirational article, master storyteller, Steve Goodier, shares a key piece of life wisdom . Enjoy!

Dinah Shore said, “There are no hopeless situations — only people who are hopeless about them.” Case in point: Morgan Rowe. Some 30 years ago, when he was only 11 years old, he lost his left arm and much of the use of his right arm. It happened when he fell off a tractor at his father’s fence company in Valdosta, Georgia, and was dragged beneath the machine. Morgan’s left arm was destroyed and his right, mangled.

Young Morgan was released from the hospital after three-and-a-half months. The first thing he set out to do was to help pay the bills — $30,000 worth. That was a lot of money back then as it is now. For a boy of 11 to accomplish such a task, the situation seemed hopeless. Read more

A Beautiful Blessing for Us All

A beautiful blessing by the Network for Grateful Living’s David Steindl-Rast,

Steve Goodier Wisdom: Secret Ingredient

In this inspirational article, master storyteller, Steve Goodier, shares a key piece of life wisdom . Enjoy!

There’s a reason why some people succeed in life and others do not. Why some people seem to find their place while others never quite “get it together.” And why many average and ordinary people accomplish extraordinary, or at least fulfilling, things while others expect that they will never really amount to much.

It is even more basic than raw talent or hard work. It is more fundamental than background or intelligence. It has to do with what makes successful people use the talent they possess or choose to work hard and persevere. It has to do with the reasons why some people compensate for poor backgrounds and others do not, why some intelligent people lead healthy and happy lives and others flounder. Read more

How to be your best self in times of crisis (inspirational video)

From the TED.com YouTube channel: “Life’s beauty is inseparable from its fragility,” says psychologist Susan David. In a special virtual conversation, she shares wisdom on how to build resilience, courage and joy in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Responding to listeners’ questions from across the globe, she offers ways to talk to your children about their emotions, keep focus during the crisis and help those working on the front lines. (This virtual conversation is part of the TED Connects series, hosted by head of TED Chris Anderson and current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers. Recorded March 23, 2020)

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It’s OK to feel overwhelmed. Here’s what to do next (inspirational video)

From the TED.com YouTube channel: If you’re feeling anxious or fearful during the coronavirus pandemic, you’re not alone. Offering hope and understanding, author Elizabeth Gilbert reflects on how to stay present, accept grief when it comes and trust in the strength of the human spirit. “Resilience is our shared genetic inheritance,” she says. (This virtual conversation is part of the TED Connects series, hosted by head of TED Chris Anderson and head of curation Helen Walters. Recorded April 2, 2020)
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Steve Goodier Wisdom: No Time to Hurry

In this inspirational article, master storyteller, Steve Goodier, shares a key piece of life wisdom . Enjoy!

Igor Stravinsky was a disciplined composer who adhered to a rigid work schedule, carefully laid out in advance. Every minute of the day was taken up by some specific task.

On one occasion, his publisher asked him to hurry the completion of a new work. “I’m sorry,” the composer said. “I haven’t time in my schedule to hurry.” Read more

How not to take things personally (inspirational video)

From the TEDx.com YouTube channel: Frederik Imbo studied theatre at the Royal Conservatory of Ghent and has acted in lots of television series. He founded Imboorling and now has over 15 years’ experience in stimulating and supporting people. With the aim of improving their communication skills Frederik gives presentations, workshops, training courses and personal coaching sessions to anyone prepared to make their two ears available. Frederik Imbo studied theatre at the Royal Conservatory of Ghent and has acted in lots of television series.
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Steve Goodier Wisdom: How’s Your Memory?

In this inspirational article, master storyteller, Steve Goodier, shares a key piece of life wisdom . Enjoy!

Many people complain that their memory is not what it used to be. But memory can be a powerful tool for spiritual and emotional rejuvenation!

I recently spent a few days in the mountains of Colorado. My conference scheduled a long break one afternoon. We were encouraged to relax and rejuvenate our spirits. Many of the attendees decided to play golf and asked if I wanted to come along. Read more

Steve Goodier Wisdom: An Encouraging Word

In this inspirational article, master storyteller, Steve Goodier, shares a key piece of life wisdom . Enjoy!

A young Polish boy wanted to play piano, but his teacher told him that his fingers were too stubby and that he would never play well. The boy was advised to try the cornet, but was later told by an expert musician that he did not have the lip to ever be good.

Then one day he met the great pianist, Anton Rubinstein. The famous musician gave this young boy the first bit of encouragement he ever received. “Young man,” Rubinstein said, “you might be able to play the piano. In fact, I think you can…if you will practice seven hours a day.” Read more

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