Entertainment is the late 20th-early 21st century’s religious experience. We are starving for connection, not information. So, we’ve accepted “stars” as manna from heaven.

Why is it any surprise that Oprah would stand apart as a spiritual leader when that is what she is known for—lifting people’s spirits!

Oprah lives her creed, she is generous, kind, loving and forgiving. She is the essence of what people can become. She is the pinnacle for no excuses, move ahead, never look back.
I love Oprah, and all she stands for.

Let’s not deify her; we need HUMAN role models!
The danger is that we turn her into a “Golden Calf” in our attempt to revere her. That would only demean her message and life’s path.

Better for us to serve as she does. She is the personification of the divine spark within us all. Don’t worship her; respect, admire and emulate her. Then, we can make our own contribution and bathe in the divine spark we crave.

Thank you, Oprah, for leading us on a path of light, wisdom and love.

Coach Cubas wants us to appreciate our divine spark. mc

The shifting sands of contemporary business continually create competitive movement that may not be appropriate to your business. That lure can be costly and counterproductive.

Like parenthood, who better than you to know what your “rules” are, what flys in your universe and what it takes to be successful. This must be communicated to those coming in contact with you and your “family” (business).

American business people need to stop, breathe and stop expending precious energy in the competitive jig.

Here’s are three quick antidotes to practice a simple philosophy to cut wasteful spending and energize your personal energy:
1. Recognize that you‘re already there. It’s your choice to be somewhere else, so make it happen after you’ve determined that is a prudent shift.

2. Don’t chase after a trend. Learn about it, and respond “yea” or “nay” if it fits your business model. Calculate if it is long-lived or a passing fancy.

3. Shorten your learning curve™ with coaching and instruction from experts in the areas you need to understand. Join special interest groups (Google on the topic) and participate in association events related to your topic.

The key here is that you are making choices, not reacting to the overstimulation of the marketplace. Breathe is a non-renewable resource!

Coach Cubas wants you to enjoy your purposeful efforts — professionally, personally and spiritually. mc