I Am Because We Are – Book & Film

I love people who do courageous things.  They are usually people who are controversial, yet they get things done.  I admire what Madonna has done for children in Malawi and Africa.  I see that as Living in Courage.  The next time you want to judge another persons action - Don't.  It will only come … [Read more...]

Art Auction For The Children of Malawi

I have met a wonderful woman on Facebook this week. Her name is Jane Monica Tvedt and she is a wonderful artist who is assisting in an  Art Auction for the Children of Malawi on June 11th 2009. Living in Courage would like to support this endeavor for the children by spreading the word … [Read more...]

Common Courtesy is Courage

Small Gestures Make a Big Difference Common Courtesy (From DailyOm) We often feel that we don’t have the time or energy to extend ourselves to others with the small gestures that compose what we call common courtesy. It sometimes seems that this kind of social awareness belongs to the past, to … [Read more...]

Courageous Young Man at TED Global 2009

TED talks is a gathering of some of the greatest minds, mathematicians, and action oriented people from around the globe.  Each speaker gives a 20 minute talk or presentation.  I find TED talks  insightful, courageous, full of wit and inspiration. Visit the TED website  to watch archived videos. In … [Read more...]

Ellen Degeneres Tulane Graduation Speech

Happy Memorial Weekend everyone. My amazing friend Nicole McKinney shared this post on her blog BCAD Group.  I would like to share it with you as a source of inspiration and direction.  Ellen has gained a great deal of wisdom on life's journey.  I find she shares this wisdom honestly with the … [Read more...]