“Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Being willing is not enough; we must do.” Leonardo Da Vinci Leonardo Da Vinci was a talented, accomplished man. Most of us know him as a painter. The Mona Lisa and The Last Supper are two of his most famous works. However, he did so much more. He sculpted. He invented. He studied the stars. He studied birds. He conceived ideas flying of machines. He conceived ideas of

The third effect of stress according to Dr. Jennings alerted us to “Misuse of Penalties” (MOP). It’s a logical outcome. With our perception distorted, we read events wrong (HEA) and we filter information wrong (HTF). Then we react. MOP warns us against overreacting. Our reactions can be swift. The sanctions we use don’t fit the situation. We use harsh words when listening would be better. We impose penalties where good teaching and correction would improve.

The second effect of stress according to Eugene Jennings is a Heightened Tendency to Filter (HTF). Jennings says that when we are under stress, we are prone to listen and to process information selectively. This “filtering” occurs because when we are stressed, we tend to listen for things that will relieve the stress. I had an experience a couple of years ago. I received a medical diagnosis I wasn’t expecting. The doctor did a great

Rick Warren, a preacher who is famous for his book A Purpose-Filled Life, spoke this week on racism. From his point of view, God created races, so diversity is good. Got to admit that I haven’t considered that point of view. He coached the listeners on strategies for eliminating racism. Look beyond the surface. He noted that we each are prone to stereotypes and frequently arrive at conclusions which don’t stand the proof of time.