Author Archives: Spencer C. Young

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Supports the Quest for Self-Actualization

The Neverending Story . . .

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

My eldest son, Michael graduated with honors from Duke University in 2008, and played for the Duke Men’s Lacrosse Team for the 2005 through 2008 seasons, which was not without trials and tribulations. In 2006, three of his teammates were … Continue reading →

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Emotional Leadership

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

This year, my son Ryan exemplified many of the conceptual attributes of self-actualization.  As captain of the 2011 Maryland Men’s Lacrosse Team. he did so by: Being the “emotional leader” and “heartbeat” of the team; Engaging the support of his … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Enthusiasm – A Humorous Look

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

Self-help guru Dale Carnegie believed there was a little recognized secret of success . . . in a word: Enthusiasm.   He contended this powerful human feeling was the source of boundless energy that led to: Setting and accomplishing goals; … Continue reading →

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My Wish To You . . .

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

. . . is an Irish blessing: “May the road rise to meet you . . . May the wind be always at your back . . . And until we meet again . . . May God hold you … Continue reading →

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The Past Does Not Equal The Future

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

So many of us go through life carrying an ever-increasing load of emotional baggage, which weighs us down and holds us back from achieving what we are truly capable of.  And I’m here to implore you to put down that … Continue reading →

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“The Whole Is Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts” . . .

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

. . . is a powerful concept attributed to Aristotle, and it applies to the 2011 Maryland Men’s Lacrosse Team.  Read on, and you’ll see how.  Synergy Results From Teamwork “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” … Continue reading →

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You’ve Got To Want It

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

The below aphorisms underscore the importance of cultivating an unwavering desire to be all one can be (i.e., to self-actualize) and its correlation with success and happiness.  For irrespective of the past, if you are clear about what you are … Continue reading →

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Encouragement Manifests Self-Actualization

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

The below sayings epitomize what self-actualization is all about — that is encouragement to discover and develop the inner genius and latent talents that reside in ALL of us. . “ Words have the power to both destroy and heal. … Continue reading →

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Careful Planning And Unconventional Means Equal Success

Posted on March 13, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

Darwinism is often proven in a conflict with an adversary of substantially greater size and resources, for such an uneven playing field eventually wears down the weaker/smaller party.  However, if you find yourself in a situation with such a decided … Continue reading →

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When Discouragement Knocks

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

When things are not going your way, you may hear a faint knock on the door.  But your attention is diverted by a loved one saying: “Don’t worry — things will turn around”.  You again hear an almost undetectable knock, … Continue reading →

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