Holy Week
A palm waving parade ushers in the last act of the incarnation story, an act that culminates on Golgotha and a tomb-like cave nearby. It wasn’t a new story. Some […]
Entries by Dr. John Olesnavage
Authenticity
The theme of authenticity surfaces for people as they search for their Powerful Question. “What is it to be authentic?” We can substitute the words “real” or “true” for authentic, […]
Brokenness
Continuing to explore the life-changing impact of a Powerful Question, I note that the theme of“brokenness” appears from time to time. “Must I be broken?” and “Why must I be […]
Life Changing Benefits
Second installment of the life-changing benefits of a Powerful Question. Boundary has surfaced as a theme for a few people in the Powerful Question process. “What is boundary?” and, “What […]
The Next Phase -Thoughts?
Does a Powerful Question have practical value? What does it do for you in real life? Saying it gives you a path to purpose can sound vague and kind of […]
The Next Phase
Since 2011 I have helped people find their powerful questions in classes, workshops and retreats. My goal has always been to help as many people as possible find their question […]
Overcoming Judgement
Marcus Aurelias, Roman Emperor and stoic philosopher, is credited with the phrase: “The obstacle is the way.” But what if I am the obstacle because of my judgments and expectations? […]
Happy New Year
It’s January and many of us turn our thoughts to goals and plans for the new year. I do too. It also seems like a good time to remember why. […]
Your Place in God’s Plan
Finding your Powerful Question is nothing less than an intentional search for your purpose in life. The My Powerful Question Institute is founded on the belief that we each have […]
Concurring Challenges
I congratulate and applaud all those who challenge themselves in various physical ways to find out what they are made of. Taking on personal quests such as walking the Appalachian […]