by Rick Ruppenthal

We Always Get What We Intend

Person standing at a quiet crossroads at sunrise, holding a compass, symbolizing the difference between goal setting and intention.

We set goals every year and wonder why so many quietly fall apart. What if the issue isn’t discipline or motivation, but intention? Werner Erhard’s provocative idea that “we always get what we intend” offers a surprising lens on why our results make perfect sense. This reflection explores the difference between goals and intentions, and how greater clarity—not effort—can quietly change everything. Read More

by Rick Ruppenthal

Yes #cancersucks and thank goodness I get to hit the reset button!

Reset screen image from computer - reset? no or yes buttons

Last Tuesday I had an open radical prostatectomy and today was able to get the pathology results. The Doctor is very happy with the results and has ensured me that we are probably cancer free. Although there is never a true money back guarantee and aside from the possible side effects, life should return back to… Read More