Author: limhi
SHINE ON!
by Limhi Montoya
Stars in the night sky show us how to shine. Have you ever gazed at the night sky and marveled at all the shimmering stars? Countless like grains of sand on a dark beach. Even though a star shines for itself, it shares its light with all around. No matter how dark the universe, their…
CYNICISM VS CURIOSITY
by Limhi Montoya
Cynicism lacks the inspiration of Curiosity The world is full of wonder for those who see it with curiosity. For those who view the world through the lens of cynicism, the world is nothing but a complete sham. Curiosity anticipates miracles. Cynicism expects disappointment. While the curious will be infinitely optimistic, the cynic will say…
DEAR MEMBERS OF THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS…
by Limhi Montoya
Wearing a mask is an act of Christ-like love. Here in Arizona, and in other parts of the United States, local government leaders are mandating that we all wear masks in public. Some of you are refusing to accept this. You say you have agency and freedom and rights, and that the government shouldn’t tell…
RACISM IN AMERICA
by Limhi Montoya
We are still fighting the American Civil War. ***** Since the death of George Floyd over two weeks ago, I’ve been observing everything that’s unfolded. The protests and the riots, the discussions and the debates. I’ve listened and learned, reflected and researched, prayed and processed. The issue at hand is racism in America. I haven’t…
NEEDED CHANGE
by Limhi Montoya
Change can get in the way or be the way. Change is inevitable. It is a constant in the Universe, and it will happen. Change cannot be prevented. Only delayed. Think back on this year. What changes did you experience? Recall the changes you set as goals and resolutions. Remember the inconvenient and unwanted changes.…
QUITTING IS NOT THE SAME AS GIVING UP
by Limhi Montoya
The difference is in the direction. Quitting is empowering. Giving up is debilitating. Quitting is an action that moves you forward in a new direction. Giving up doesn’t move you forward. It just keeps you stagnant where you are. Quitters eventually find their path and a way forward. Giver uppers only find obstacles and reasons…
ZEN MASCULINITY
by Limhi Montoya
At its best and noblest, masculinity is Zen. A friend of mine recently posted on Facebook some thoughts and questions regarding toxic masculinity. He wrote: I’m told every day about toxic masculinity, but there’s not a term for the opposite. I’m never told to exhibit healthy masculinity; I’m never shown the positive identity of masculinity…
COMPETITION AND SUCCESS
by Limhi Montoya
Win the battle within, and you’ll be victorious regardless of the outcome. – Limhi A student recently asked His Holiness the Dalai Lama about competition. Here’s what he said: Healthy Competition – HHDL talks about how competition can be positive in answering a student's question during their meeting at his residence in Dharamsala, HP, India…
THE PERIL OF NOT UPDATING
by Limhi Montoya
REGULAR UPDATES LEAD TO REGULAR PROGRESS. ***** When you ignore or procrastinate an update on an app or cellphone or computer, it ends up slowing down the system. Apps are notorious for not working when they are not updated. Ultimately, if not updated regularly, the app, cellphone or computer ends up losing most of its…