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Written by Jim
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This topic was addressed by Thomas S. Monson, President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at Brigham Young University on November 6th 2005. Here are some of President Monson's remarks: I can’t stress too strongly that decisions determine destiny. You can’t make eternal decisions without eternal consequences.
May I provide a simple formula by which you can measure the choices which confront you. It’s easy to remember, sometimes difficult to apply: You can’t be right by doing wrong; you can’t be wrong by doing right. Your personal conscience always warns you as a friend before it punishes you as a judge.
The Lord, in a revelation given through Joseph Smith the Prophet at Kirtland, Ohio, May 1831, counseled, “That which doth not edify is not of God, and is darkness. That which is of God is light” (D&C 50:23–24).
Some foolish persons turn their backs on the wisdom of God and follow the allurement of fickle fashion, the attraction of false popularity, and the thrill of the moment. Their course of conduct so resembles the disastrous experience of Esau, who exchanged his birthright for a mess of pottage.
You can find his entire address online.
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Written by J!M
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Conduct Communicates Commitment but there are times when the communicated commitment might be questioned. It in those times of presure and difficulty. Initial actions communicate the commitment to effort at the launch of a project. It is the consistency of the conduct what conveys commitment over time. It is only through consistent movement in a set direction that the observer is sure of the travelers intent. Careful observation will see beyond the momentum of the moment to the long haul. There you will see that ... Consistency Conveys Commitment |
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Written by J!M
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Persons who perceive they are better than those around them never get the chance to learn essential truths from obscure sources. A person to busy anticipating others upward glance miss the radiant rays of hope and knowledge provided by looking up themselves. More than risking stumbling off the proven path, their prideful walk likely ignores pertinent petitions of protection at critical points. Accodingly, timely correction is of no effect and eventual correction and new direction hinder immediate progress. Be cautious and aware because ... Pride Prevents Progress |
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Written by J!M
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Jan Carlzon, CEO of Scandinavian Airline Systems states in "Moments of Truth" that we sometimes need to face challenges head on. His encourages a "Run through walls" approach. There are not always easy answers. Things go wrong yet goals need to be pursued with drive and determination. When the alternatives are gone sometimes you just need to ... "Run through walls" |
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Written by J!M
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Watch youth. Watch a child. You can hear them pronouncing their attitude about the task they are engaged by the subtile nuances gracing their actions. We to will proclaim our attitude about the tasks we are called upon to perform by the bounce in our step or the slowed pace of our performance. Listen to the attitudes of your peers. Study their actions because... Actions Articulate Attitudes |
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