Author: Chuck Lucas

I am the Editor and Founder of https://principlesneverfail.us/ a blog dedicated to principle centered personal development. The social, intellectual, physical, and spirtual challenges facing individuals and the communities in which we live in 2020 and beyond will require the best that is within us. True principles anchor us to the truths previously discovered. We can move forward into the future with confidence on the correct path if we do not forsake the truths we already know. My over 50 year quest has been to discover true principles and seek to understand and strive to apply them in my life. My hope is that some of what I have found may be of value to my family, friends, and to you.

THE LAW OF UNDULATION

The common experience of all human beings is that life on earth is filled with peaks and valleys.

We can easily become confused and discouraged in the valleys of life. And, in the midst of our confusion and discouragement we are more vulnerable to our own sinful impulses and to the snares of the devil. What can we do in such times? When the clouds of life cast a gray shadow over us, it is especially important to remind ourselves that what we are experiencing is a normal part of life in a fallen world and that in due course the sun will shine again. With this reminder of reality, we can then seek God’s grace to help us in our time of need and also share our burdens with our brothers and sisters. As we do so we shall find help to faithfully persevere until better times return. C.S. Lewis Institute

“There are three ways of dealing with a pending task: Do it. Plan it. Discard or delegate it.” 💡Jaroldeen Edwards

A watershed moment is a turning point, the exact moment that changes the direction of an activity or situation. A watershed moment is a dividing point, from which things will never be the same. It is considered momentous, though a watershed moment is often recognized in hindsight.

“Faith is not a get-out-of-pain-free card.” 😌Ashley Stock

The 40% Rule

The 40% rule is a very simple concept. When your mind is telling you that you’re done, that you’ve exhausted all resources, and you just cannot push yourself anymore – you’re actually only at about 40% of your capacity. When you want to quit, you’ve used up only 40% of your mental and physical potential. We are capable of so much more than we think, and if we push past our mental walls, we can do incredible things we never even thought possible. When you put it that way, it does seem a bit silly to quit with 60% still left in the tank, doesn’t it?

Navy Seal 40% Rule : motivation — https://discoverimprove.com/40-rule-unlock-mental-toughness/

“Life is full of obstacle illusions.” (Grant Frazier)

Nauvoo moment – 18 October 2014

Jeff asked me recently how I would describe Nauvoo in one sentence. I told him I would have to think about that answer for a while. Here it is:

Nauvoo is a beautiful, dedicated, good, happy, heart penetrating, holy, hopeful, lifting, loving, mind expanding, peaceful, pure, remembered, restored, reverent, sacred, simple, sublime, strong, valiant, willing, Zion centered place.

It is easier to take the long view from here. The cares and crush of the world have all pounded on this place and some were certain that the Mormons were gone for good. They were short-sighted and underestimated the power of Truth to prevail.

readily; of one’s own free will.”she went willingly”synonyms:voluntarily · of one’s own free will · of one’s own accord · of one’s own volition · by choice · readily · without hesitation · without reluctance · ungrudgingly · cheerfully · happily · gladly · with pleasure · with good grace · eagerly · enthusiastically · freely · spontaneously · unforced · at the drop of a hat · like a shot