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.

Am I certain that I truly understand another person’s heart and intentions, or could it be that my own experiences make it difficult for me to understand where they are coming from?

  • When I disagree with someone, am I certain that I am right and they are wrong, or might I have blind spots?
  • Could I learn from someone else’s perspective?
  • When another person’s way of speaking, acting, thinking, worshipping, etc., is unfamiliar to me, am I certain that my discomfort is a lack of the Spirit, or have I just not yet learned how to see God in that particular setting?
  • Am I certain that I have a full understanding of a particular gospel principle or commandment, or could I learn something from asking questions or listening to another person’s experiences? 🚀Amy Tanner, BYU Associate Professor of Mathematics Education

⭐Observe patterns

It surely is true that Latter-day Saints go to the temple and have magnificent spiritual experiences. But more importantly, we should return to our homes from the temple and bring with us what we have learned and implement and apply those teachings. There can be an equivalent spiritual power in our own homes, as we strive to remember the principles and patterns taught in the temple and live them. ✨Elder David A. Bednar

This conflict is universal. We are imperfect human beings. We may at times be filled with determination and at other times feel totally inadequate. Although none of us can achieve perfection in this life we can strive to be a little better every day. — David A. Bednar (adapted)