LIVING WITH PURPOSE

Little else is more demoralizing than being enslaved. The stifling of the human spirit is a most frustrating experience. History can be seen as an attempt by mankind to achieve freedom from any form of tyranny. A timeless illustration of this struggle is commemorated each year by the Jewish people as the story of our exodus from Egypt is retold. Indeed, an image of Moses raising his staff at the Red Sea was proposed by Benjamin Franklin to serve as the seal for the USA. But w

Who was he? Did anyone really know him? What motivated him? How was he able to inspire so many? Both in his lifetime and beyond. Although I had the privilege of meeting him on many occasions, I could not say that I knew him. Once as a twelve-year-old boy, I stood next to him as he addressed a large audience, for many hours. For a few moments, whilst singing, he looked at me. It was as if time stopped. Life itself stood still. I will never forget. Many people’s lives were tran

Flow is the state of optimal consciousness which allows for complete presence of mind. No competing force can infiltrate or even distract our attention when we are in “the zone.” This state of flow is even more powerful when experienced in a group setting. Have you ever watched a sports team play a crucial game, particularly when having to overcome a great deficit? There is something awe inspiring in the seamless flow of creative spirit and powerful energy between all players

Does there always have to be an us and them? Will there ever come a time when we will all be on the same side? Should we even dare to dream that this day will ever come? Close your eyes and think about meaningful moments in your life. An experience which gave you a profound sense of fulfilment. It will almost always involve one person adding genuine value to the well-being of someone in need. It is the moment when two people acknowledge both their strengths and weaknesses, an