R.J Dyson
Don't Just Write It - Live It
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More than ever our words matter. With our kids, culture and even ourselves. Listen in as we read through Lexicon of Awesome! Observe, reflect, and discern the weight of the words you use externally with others and internally with yourself.
R.J Dyson
- May 25, 2020
- 2 min
Art Behind the Lines
I have this book of old sketches and carvings and prints from the Civil War era. I don't remember if it was a birthday or Christmas gift...
R.J Dyson
- May 19, 2020
- 2 min
THREE: Get Physical
No, this isn't a reprise of Olivia Newton-John's masterpiece. And to be honest, this is one that's worth some attention beyond the...
R.J Dyson
- May 12, 2020
- 2 min
Values Behind Closed Doors
We have a rule in my home that devices aren't allowed in closed bedrooms and lone spaces. Sound extreme? We made this rule years ago...
R.J Dyson
- May 5, 2020
- 1 min
TWO: Be Grateful & Hopeful
Thinking, feeling and showing gratefulness is like taking one of those super vitamin supplements. Our hearts feel lighter and stronger....
R.J Dyson
- Apr 28, 2020
- 2 min
Jealous or Motivated
Don't you find it a little humiliating when the color you've painted your living room walls with is no longer the most popular color in...
R.J Dyson
- Apr 21, 2020
- 2 min
Feed the Bin & Create
It's thirty-seven degrees outside. Snow covered the ground yesterday and this morning it's wet slush, perfect for composting. I love...
R.J Dyson
- Apr 14, 2020
- 1 min
ONE: Begin in a Quiet Space
Honestly, while you're (re)connecting the dots in this season, keep this in mind... that rising to a time of quiet with a daily reading...
R.J Dyson
- Apr 7, 2020
- 1 min
Interruption and a Fresh Breath
First of all, it seems that everyone is experiencing interruption in their normal rhythm of life in some way, shape or form and to all...
R.J Dyson
- Mar 31, 2020
- 2 min
Twenty Seconds
A few weeks ago we had a particularly cold snap for a day or two here in the beautiful northeastern portion of exotic Ohio. When the temp...
R.J Dyson
- Mar 24, 2020
- 2 min
Balance Like Our Life Depends On It
I think most of us have this notion that living a balanced life is generally a good rule of thumb. I also think that most of us don't...
R.J Dyson
- Mar 20, 2020
- 2 min
A Motsenbocker Song & Creative Covid 19 Struggle
I've been listening to a lot of Tyson Motsenbocker lately. Specifically, "In His Name". It's a tender song, raw. He touches on the very...
R.J Dyson
- Mar 17, 2020
- 2 min
Creating Miracles in the Grind
Miracles are those extraordinary events that catch our attention from beyond reason, outside explanation, past what's naturally...
R.J Dyson
- Mar 10, 2020
- 2 min
Confidence Like a Full-Body Massage
Think about someone you know who is confident in their skin and ability and faith and decisions. Not arrogant. Not prideful. Not boasty....
R.J Dyson
- Mar 3, 2020
- 1 min
Creativity Like $$ for My Future Me
Confused? Settle down, let's just unpack this a bit. What is $$ for my future me? Long term investment. Retirement. Financial planning...
R.J Dyson
- Feb 25, 2020
- 1 min
Attitude / Emotion Insurance
What would happen if we insured our attitude or our emotional investments. Seriously. What is insurance, anyways? It's nothing more than...
R.J Dyson
- Feb 18, 2020
- 1 min
Milkshakes OR Message
I'm convinced that smart, dedicated, fun, poignant, spirit-filled creative pursuits far outspeak the nonsense of thrown milkshakes,...
R.J Dyson
- Feb 4, 2020
- 1 min
What's Your State of the Mission?
Yeah, I realize there's a gulf in political theater and that referencing tonight's State of the Union will have some bristle and others...
R.J Dyson
- Jan 28, 2020
- 2 min
Of Course Someone Else is More Talented... So What?!
Maybe I'm wrong, but I think this is worth remembering - there are people way more qualified, experienced, knowledgeable, connected and...
R.J Dyson
- Jan 21, 2020
- 2 min
What if it's Not About Food
I know you've thought this many, many times before. In fact, you probably already know what it is, or at least you're in the ballpark....