Author Archives: Dignity Freedom Fighter

“Direction, not intention, determines destination.” Pastor Andy Stanley, The Principle of the Path.  I want to tell you a story about a young man who decided to take on cross country skiing as his winter sport of choice. Prior to this he had been on skis once when he was 3 or 4 years old.Continue reading “Dignity: Small Steps  “

The greatest part about my role as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer for Berkshire Health is that I have had the opportunity to meet people I probably never would have met. As I have said before this has been a journey of learning for me. My eyes are wide open when they have beenContinue reading “Dignity: The People Are The Mission “

Many of you may not know but back in November of 2022 I slipped on ice and torn the quadricep tendon on my right leg. This tendon is responsible for helping your leg bend. I had to have surgery in December of 2022, and I now must keep my leg straight for the next 3 months.Continue reading “Dignity: Ripples in the Water “

“I want to suggest some of the things that should begin your life’s blueprint. Number one…should be a deep belief in your own dignity. Your worth and your own somebodiness… Always feel that you count. Always feel that you have worth, and always feel that your life has ultimate significance.” DR. Martin Luther King Jr.  The above quote was sent to me by a friendContinue reading “Dignity: You Have Worth “

“The Service you do for others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.”, – Muhammad Ali  It will soon be a new year and often around this time we make resolutions or promises to ourselves that we will make changes. Many of us will commit to a healthier lifestyle, will commitContinue reading “Dignity: In the Service of Others “

I want to wish all of you a happy holiday and I want to thank all those how have served and continue to serve in our armed forces across the world. Stay safe and always remember to elevate and honor the dignity of others. See you in 2023. “Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yetContinue reading “Happy Holidays”

“I always knew that deep down in every human heart, there is mercy and generosity. No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for loveContinue reading “Dignity: We are all Royalty “

I spent much of my life always looking for approval. I wanted to be accepted by others no matter what the cost. I allowed myself to be led by the behavior of others even though I knew it was wrong. My need to be accepted was more important than anything even if it meant hurtingContinue reading “Dignity: I Choose to do “

“What would you say if a guy walked in for any interview without a shirt on and I hired him?”   ‘He must’ve had on some really nice pants.”  Chris Gardner- The Pursuit of happiness.  That is one of my favorite scenes from the movie “The Pursuit of happiness.” It is the story of ChrisContinue reading “Dignity: The Pursuit of Happiness “

This week is Transgender Awareness week, and it will end on Sunday November 20, 2022, as we recognize Transgender Day of Awareness. I write this blog because my middle child has 2 of their closest friends transitioning from female to male. These two have become a part of our family and we support them as they make this transitionContinue reading “Dignity: Transgender Awareness”