My Changing Image Of God

Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything. – George Bernard Shaw  Progress often is achieved one step at a time; occasionally, however, it is hindered by one step forward and one step back. Such is the nature of life in most endeavors. The ability and willingness to…

Worry And Guilt

A day of worry is more exhausting than a week of work. – John Lubbock Worry and guilt are powerful emotions that often become overwhelming and physically and mentally draining. This has been the case for me regarding many adverse afflictions in my life. Cerebellitis and its aftermath is unquestionably one of the predominant ones.…

The Horns Of A Dilemma

Just when I think I have learned the way to live, life changes. – Hugh Prather  At the end of my first year in college, I found myself on the horns of a dilemma. A fear of change led to worry, guilt, and indecision. These feelings were not new to me, but they never seemed…

Everybody Was Worried About Something

Worry is a cycle of inefficient thoughts whirling around a center of fear. – Corrie Ten Boom  As a child, teenager and young adult I experienced bouts of worry that were common among most people my age. Looking back on those years, I now realize that my encounters with worry were more frequent, intense, and…