Opus. Living a life so attuned to who you are and what you want that you could give a flip for what others expect of you. That kind of life dedicated to a vision and a cause that the people you meet couldn't help but be attracted to it if they had anything like the … Continue reading There’s Nothing You Have That I Need
Author: Jim Sullivan
Shouts and Whispers
An associate called me the other day and remarked about our sudden loss of Larry, and how that was "a real 'wake-up call'." Yes. It was. For those who were asleep and who somehow took the time and effort to notice, and wake up, and get out of bed. Wake up calls... Sometimes they are … Continue reading Shouts and Whispers
Amazing
It's been an amazing couple of weeks for The Band. We have all been amazed, astonished, shocked, and surprised by the loss of our friend and fellow Builder, Larry Allen. I want to share how amazed I have been--but NOT astonished, shocked or surprised--by the actions of my brothers, and sisters, in The Band since. I … Continue reading Amazing
OPUS 26
There are "vanity plates" and then, there are "sanity plates." We've all seen them, and many of us have them on our cars' license plates as we drive here and there every day. There's: I RIGHT I ("Right between the eyes") Then there's: IM12XL ("I am one to excel") There's one to read in your … Continue reading OPUS 26
My Near-Life Experience
If you've ever wondered about the mysterious and fascinating topic of near-death experiences, check out the BBC documentary called "The Day I Died." It's on video and available as segments on YouTube. Most of us have probably heard about the commonly uncommon experiences of people across all cultures who have clinically "died" only to be … Continue reading My Near-Life Experience
Bulls, Squirrels, Ducks, and The Five-Year Plan
Peter Danis is the successful owner of Figlio Restaurants and Vino Vino Wine Bar here in Columbus. I was fortunate to hear him address some of the best and brightest seniors at Upper Arlington high School a couple of weeks ago. What he said certainly resonated with those kids, who are starting their adult lives … Continue reading Bulls, Squirrels, Ducks, and The Five-Year Plan
Put “and” in Your Brand
These days, I meet many people who have recently lost their jobs or who fear they soon may. Just Friday I met with someone "between opportunities" who sought my help in connecting him with his next one. I am happy to do what I can to match people up with open positions I know of. … Continue reading Put “and” in Your Brand
A Matter of Life and Death
Spent this early Tuesday morning as I always do--over coffee and great conversation with a group of men seeking the truth. Fellow pilgrims who are awake and aware, and trying to become more so. This meeting occupies a permanent place on my weekly schedule because I am living out my PURPOSE through a PROCESS that … Continue reading A Matter of Life and Death
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