Charles Wagner
A revered speaker whom Theodore Roosevelt once invited to the White House, Charles Wagner began as a poor French preacher shunned by the orthodox sect of his church. In his best-known book, "The Simple Life," he insisted that we control our own emotional fulfillment as much as external circumstances do. Despite the adversity he faced, he found joy by following his internal compass: He started his own church, wrote nearly 30 books, and founded organizations to support the working class. His life is a reminder that your current situation doesn’t have to control you; indeed, your outlook and mindset can change the situation, and cultivate joy even in the most difficult times.
Cultivate Joy
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One day last week I was checking out at a local grocery store. The young man asked how I was and I replied the usual "Fine, Thanks." When I asked how he was, he replied "I'm Radiant, thank you!" I could hardly believe my ears. I had to pursue this and asked, "Why are you able to use such a beautiful word?" He told me that the sun in the morning and people, just people make him feel radiant." I asked if he was a student and his only reply was that he tries to learn something new every day. I wanted to learn more and we then veered off into the spiritual. The Lord was mentioned when we talked about serving others. The gentleman behind me was anxious to get his food items processed so I knew I had to go. I definitely need to look for him again and see what other wisdom he can impart.