By Jeremy Gulley I’ve learned the most profound lessons of my life by paying attention to others who know more than I do. My dad, for example, taught me a lot by how he lived his life. He always handled himself in a consistent manner; never changing who he was to impress other people. As [...]
By Jeremy Gulley “If at first you don’t succeed,” people say, “try, try again.” Most of the time I have no problem with this advice. I think that we all need to look at failure as a way to make sure we’re taking enough chances, and if we fail at something that we really want, [...]
By Jeremy Gulley One lesson that I have learned in my life is the power of always leaving a way out. In any situation, it is important to know how to get out quickly if things are to go downhill. One trick is to never back yourself into a corner, so that the ways out [...]
By Jeremy Gulley Inside all of us lives the child we once were. Many people embrace this child and have a wonderful relationship. I, on the other hand, do not. I try hard to keep my inner child where he belongs, inside, buried, so that the adult I am trying to be can be in [...]
By Jeremy Gulley For three days last week, I was so sick all I could do was lie on the couch and do nothing but read and watch T.V. Luckily for me, all of my obligations were cancelled because of the weather, so I literally had nothing to do other than be sick. At some [...]
By Jeremy Gulley My New Year resolution was simply said but difficult to practice: I decided to try to give people a break and not let what they do affect what I do or how I feel. I decided to let people be who they are and not project my own opinions on them. In [...]
By Jeremy Gulley I have had a lot on my mind this week. There are so many things changing and fluctuating that I have had a difficult time relaxing and thinking about anything other than my own issues. One thing that usually helps me to focus is exercise – specifically running. Last week, when things [...]
By Jeremy Gulley My family and I would like to express our sincere appreciation for all of the love and support we received since the death of my father last week. I am sure we would have made it through, but it would not have been as easy without you. It was heartwarming and motivating [...]
By Jeremy Gulley What does it take to be a friend? Sometimes in life, our past experiences allow us to better understand people if we allow ourselves to open up and connect. This week, I was taught a lesson on understanding and friendship. Three years ago my family adopted Daisy, a black Great Dane who [...]
By Jeremy Gulley “How do you feel now?” the nurse asked. My dad’s glazed-over stare told everyone in the room that the valium he was given to help with his dizziness was working, and working well. “What?” he replied. “Are you feeling okay?” the nurse asked again. “Feeling great” he replied, “really, really good.” We [...]