Posts Tagged "fulfillment"
Busting Up Bake Sales
This article was originally published at The Political Carnival If someone wants an issue to be front and center in American politics—do something to make Moms mad. The Obama Administration’s latest front in the battle against obesity, is the regulation of snacks and food that are not the requisite breakfast and lunch. First up on the firing line is the beloved bake sale. In an era of dwindling resources for public schools, bake sales are often the lifeblood of parent organizations, interest clubs and students saving for class trips. While obviously not the bastion of health consciousness, they are capable of brining in serious money for cash-strapped...
Read MoreWhat to Do When You Are Unsure of What to Do
How often do you ask yourself, ‘Is this what I’m supposed to be doing with my life?’ You are not alone. Successful people ask themselves this question consistently and use the answer as a benchmark for growth. Checking to make sure you are doing what you feel you are supposed to be doing is a way of validating your life has meaning and purpose. Psychologists use the term “existential crisis” to describe the paralysis that can occur if someone doesn’t like the answer to this basic question. While that can sound a bit disconcerting, the Chinese symbol for crisis reminds us that it has two components: danger and opportunity. The danger is that by...
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