self-esteem
What We Are Here To Do
While listening to, The Greatest Love of All. A song about Muhammad Ali, my teenage role model, and why I started boxing at 15, saddened me this morning. We could certainly use more people like him in this world today. Even though he is no longer here, he inspires me to do my best to … Read more
Lacking Something Inside
“It’s not someone’s political or religious views that are the problem. It’s how they feel about themselves inside. The mean and hateful way some people react to those who disagree with them is often the lack of self-love, low self-esteem, and deep-rooted insecurities. One tenet of spirituality, practicing love, kindness, understanding, and tolerance toward others, … Read more
My Role Model Muhammad Ali
Today marks 5 years since Muhammad Ali passed away. The first time I met him was at his training camp in Deer Lake, Pennsylvania. It was the summer of 1975 and I was just 15 years old. He wasn’t happy about a Bruce Lee T-shirt that I had on and neither was I. It was … Read more
Alcoholism And Addiction
Here’s another excerpt from my book. We need to keep our eye on the ball when it comes to addiction. Debates and arguments can be both helpful and hurtful. It’s important to keep that in mind when we talk about addiction. “Albert Einstein is quoted as saying, “Everything should be made as simple as possible, … Read more