by Terry Moore, CCIM | Nov 5, 2020 | Living a Life Worth Imitating
Babies were born and grandparents passed on November 3. Somebody got their ideal job. Another person was laid off. Oh, yes, there was a vote on Tuesday, too. About 80% of American adults did not vote for your candidate. About 70 million voted as you did; about70...
by Terry Moore, CCIM | Oct 29, 2020 | Living a Life Worth Imitating
“Humans may resemble many other creatures in their striving for happiness, but the quest for meaning is a key part of what makes us human, and uniquely so.” That’s a quote from a 2012 research paper by Roy Baumeister and other researchers. In September 2013. Professor...
by Terry Moore, CCIM | Oct 1, 2020 | Living a Life Worth Imitating
If you ask most people who Alfred Nobel was, they’ll probably mention the Nobel Prizes. They probably won’t mention dynamite. Alfred invented dynamite. For years that’s what he was known for. He made a fortune selling it to governments to use as a weapon. In 1888, his...
by Terry Moore, CCIM | Sep 3, 2020 | Living a Life Worth Imitating
I admire Coach John Wooden. I don’t care much about all the coaching wins, championships, and rewards. He emphasizes character. He is keen on concentrating on what is within your control and not becoming distracted when things beyond your control bring...
by Terry Moore, CCIM | Aug 27, 2020 | Living a Life Worth Imitating
These are troubled and turbulent times. Once, my friend and I could discuss issues where we differed without rancor. Occasionally we found ourselves vigorously disputing across a chasm of difference. We were not willing to risk our friendship. We were determined to...
by Terry Moore, CCIM | Aug 20, 2020 | Living a Life Worth Imitating
My friend, Mike, isn’t losing his marbles. He’s using them. Mike’s close friends call him “Marbles.” “Marbles,” what a weird nickname! Here’s how he earned it. Once upon a time Mike was curious about how long he might have left on the earth. Actuarial tables report...