Category Archives: Believing in Yourself

Believe You Can Fly

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Spencer C. Young

This season of American Idol has uncovered extraordinary talent and has cultivated many inspirational performances by a diverse range of aspiring artists.   This particular gem (video below) was delivered by Curtis Finch, Jr., who has been bestowed with more … Continue reading →

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Make Your Life An Exciting Journey . . .

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

. . . and please feel free to leave a comment to share with others, in the event your life’s journey includes experiences as exciting as this one . . . Wow !! As revealed in this amazing footage (below), … Continue reading →

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Encouragement . . . With a Splash of Levity

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

Timely words of encouragement can do wonders in raising one’s spirits, and when delivered with a comedic slant . . . even better: ” I know God will not give me anything I can’t handle.  I just wish that He … Continue reading →

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Powerful Words

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

Four words have long produced miracles and often achieved the once-thought-impossible because they convey a sentiment embodied in three words (in English) that in turn unleash the most powerful force in the Universe . . . no matter what language … Continue reading →

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If You’ve Never Failed . . . Then You’ve Never Lived

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

And if you find this notion counter-intuitive, then consider the compelling dose of historical empiricism contained in this powerful and uplifting video.  The “fear of failure” can be dangerously debilitating, and if not confronted and overcome, it becomes the silent … Continue reading →

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Closer to the Edge of Glory

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Spencer C. Young

The Maryland Men’s Lacrosse team entered the 2011 NCAA playoffs as an unseeded team, and therefore not expected to proceed far in the tournament.  Although highly ranked through much of the season, they were accused of being inconsistent, and therefore … 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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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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