From the Fray

Message 11 of 30

Whether we realize it or not, identity plays a powerful role in our lives. It's where we find our purpose and meaning--or lack thereof.

What's your source of identity? Who are you? How do you know?

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh

Message 10 of 30

What role do you play in the lives of others? How's your presence being felt?

Commit to being a hero they'll remember for years to come.

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh

Message 9 of 30

Make a commitment to be the hero in somebody else's story. It starts with telling them they are somebody.

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh

Message 8 of 30

One of the best ways to keep anger from turning into bitterness is to grant forgiveness. Many of us struggle to do that because we think forgiveness is something that it's not.

This message helps us understand forgiveness in a way that will lead to more peace.

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh

Message 7 of 30

Be on the lookout for these "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse of Misery."

Here's how to see them coming and what to do about it.

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh

Message 6 of 30

We don’t have control over the changing of the seasons, but wise people know how to recognize the season and navigate accordingly.

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh

Message 5 of 30

Don't let this change in routine keep you from doing the "regular stuff" that gives life meaning.

Behavior is contagious. Act the way we need people to act.

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh

Message 4 of 30

The Air Force is full of men and women who spend more time on their responsibilities than their rights. We don't have the privilege of "striking" from our responsibility.

Are you equally responsible in the other areas of your life?

What are the "blind spots" where you may be tempted to make excuses rather than step up to the plate?

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh

Message 3 of 30

In my observation, the phrase "I don't know how" is often a crutch we use when we're not ready to do the hard work required to grow or learn something new.

I challenge you to stop letting "I don't know how" get in the way of becoming a better version of you.

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh

Message 2 of 30

According to a recent Forbes report, enlisted military members have one of the most stressful jobs in the country.

However, most of them are so competent and professional, it's easy for them to underestimate the toll military life can have.

For that reason, I regularly encourage them to "ask your buddy how he's doing--especially the "strong ones." Ask multiple times if you have to. There are far worse things than being nosey.

From the Fray,-chaplain mesaeh