Category: Ben’s Corner

Love is not just something we choose to do—love is what we choose to be. While love may seem like a big, overwhelming thing, it is actually made up of small, daily actions, simple words, and shared moments. Love is like a necklace, strung together one precious bead at a…

My word for 2019 is “Connected”, and I’ve been noticing and reflecting on how all of life is connected. One fascinating example comes from nature: the relationship between honey ants and aphids. Ants can’t get enough of the sugary honeydew left behind by aphids—those tiny sap-sucking insects. In return for…

I think it’s really important to recognize the people who have made a difference in our lives—and to acknowledge and understand what it is that they did. If it had not been for Anne Sullivan, the name of Helen Keller might have remained unknown. But if it had not been…

Every one of us is on a journey to discover purpose and meaning in life. It’s a journey. We can’t compare our life to others—we have no idea what their journey is all about. There is no right or wrong path to take. We are not more advanced or less…

Don’t compare yourself to others. You are you. No one could come close to being you, even if they tried. How you treat people is a reflection of who you are, not a reflection of who they are. It’s about the love you give, not the love you get. Being…

As soon as we meet someone new we try to figure out what they’re about and who they remind us of. Part of life is making snap judgments about people and circumstances and for whatever reason, our minds have the need to classify and categorize people. It made me wonder…

Everyone knows what it’s like to be disappointed by someone we love or admire. It can devastate us and damage our relationships, because we place high expectations on those we love. We forget they are broken people just like we are. Hurt and unforgiveness go hand in hand when we…

A Hug Can Change Everything A hug could be the exact thing that someone needs right now. Without even knowing it, you could be changing the life of that person. They may have had the worst day possible, and you have been the angel that lights up their day. Hugging…

Every circumstance in our life, good or bad, is affected by our thinking. It looks so much like people and situations cause us to feel sad, mad, scared or happy. Yet in reality, when we realize that our feelings come from our very own thoughts and not situations, it moves…

As I count my blessings each day, the love of family and friends is always at the top of my list. Connection is why we’re here! It’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives. Strip away all the hoopla and everything is about love and relationships. Brennan Manning said,…