What we learned in Mission Drift is that Mission True organizations have leaders who courageously stand for what they believe. Even if it costs them. I can’t think of a better example than Hobby Lobby. Instead of following the path of least resistance, they may close their doors. Because they so strongly believe in...
The Science of Happiness
Laurel and I moved five times in our first six years of marriage. We could pile all our possessions onto a pickup truck. Three kids later, we’ve accumulated a lot more stuff. And it’s not just our family. Consider the following data points on what is happening at a national level: Closet space. David Weekley, one...
Intentional Parenting and Pierced Ears
Several years ago, a friend encouraged me to be as intentional as possible with parenting. He continued with the dreaded phrase every parent has heard far too many times, “these kids grow up so quickly.” He obviously had forgotten the nights when the throw up bug ravages the kids or the tantrums when you...