I heard a good quote today from Denzel Washington that said "work with what you have while working for what you want." And for me this tied into a lot of posts and comments we've had talking about direction in this community. Just thought it was funny how you can draw inspiration or have things click in your head at random times. Do you all think there is different energy to conversations you can tap into? For instance people can tell you something a thousand times. But for some reason idk if it's the tone or the energy of how someone says something that it clicks for you. Do you all find this happening to yourselves? How do you all pull inspiration from things?

Time: Our Most Valuable Asset as We Age As we grow older, time reveals itself as our most precious asset. It becomes clearer that unlike money or career advancements, the moments we cherish most aren’t counted in promotions or paychecks but in the quality of our relationships and the adventures we dare to embark upon. • Career vs. Life’s Treasures: Ambitions in our careers drive us, pushing us towards success and recognition. Yet, as time passes, it’s the moments shared with loved ones, and the spontaneous decisions to explore and experience life, that stand out. Climbing the career ladder is rewarding, but when looking back, it’s the unplanned road trips, the late-night conversations, and the laughter shared with friends that we recall with the warmest affection. • Valuing Time with Loved Ones: The hours spent working might bring temporary satisfaction and financial stability, but the memories made with family and friends are what truly enrich our lives. These moments strengthen bonds and bring us joy that lasts a lifetime. As we age, these relationships become our most treasured possessions, reflecting the essence of what it means to live a full life. • Spontaneity Over Schedule: In youth, the appeal of structured achievements and accolades might eclipse the allure of spontaneous adventure. However, with time, the value shifts. The unexpected journeys, the sudden change of plans that lead to new discoveries, become the highlights of our existence. These experiences, often unplanned, teach us to appreciate the beauty of the moment and the unpredictability of life. As time becomes increasingly valuable, the perspective on what truly matters shifts. The career goals that once seemed paramount give way to the realization that it’s the experiences shared with others, the joy of unexpected adventures, and the quality of our relationships that truly enrich our lives. In recognizing time as our most significant asset, we learn to prioritize these moments of connection and adventure over the relentless pursuit of professional achievement. We understand that while career success is a worthy endeavor, the memories that truly define our lives are created away from the office, in the company of those we love and in the embrace of the unknown.

What do you all think is one of the most underrated or undervalued trait a man can have?

The challenge question of the week is going to be a new feature to spark thought, discussion, and practical application in our lives. I will post the question weekly. Feel free to share your thoughts, a quote, Bible verse, or full in-depth response. If someone says something you like or find insightful, give it a like. I will take the comment with the most likes by Saturday night and repost it to the general discussion thread. The Challenge Question for this week is: What is the difference between the good leader and the tyrant? Some examples to think about; Moses vs Pharaoh David vs. Saul Joseph vs. His brothers Cain vs. Abel Captain America vs. Red Skull (or Thanos) Mufasa vs. Scar Aragorn vs Sauron Gandalf vs Saruman and ultimately Jesus vs Satan. What are the things that differentiate them?

So I've been struggling with a problem in my personal life at the moment. I have a relative who has constantly made remarks and comments subtle ones but little jabs at my wife and the way me and her parent our son. Now the trick is this relative use to watch my son once a week. The last straw was my wife sent out a baby shower invitation to them and their sister who then without knowingly replied to my wife's group chat with her in thinking she wasn't with comments mocking us and insulting my wife. Now since then this relative keeps saying we should forgive them and let it go saying things like "oh you've never made a mistake in your life." Now I think this is all just words considering I've had a talk with them before about these comments and they still continued. So my problem is my relative is saying I'm punishing them by not letting them see my child at the moment. (I never said to them that this was forever just after the comments made to my wife's face I said it was best to take some time off.) to make a long story short as Christian's I know we should forgive. But my point is I would forgive what she said if I knew she was sincere and meant it but her actions show me she actually isn't sorry she's just sorry she got caught. Not looking for a quick answer back just wanted to get your alls thoughts and opinions on it from an outside prospective to see if I'm wrong or not looking at this right. Appreciate yall 🙏🏻