“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed individuals can change the world.” – Margaret Mead  Imagine what would happen if everyone did these four things: control what they can control, build and maintain trust, become better listeners and communicators, and last but not least, innovate through their imagination. How much more effective would they be? What impact would that have on our society?  Building these principles and practices into your life melts away frustration, distrust, anger, and hatred, and they replace those with vision, peace, hope, calmness, and love. In today’s episode, we are going to suggest four things that you can do to create greater trust, stronger relationships, and hope that produces permanent positive change.  Listen to Episode 259 of Becoming Your Best, to learn how you can start to apply these principles today and see an immediate effect on those around you. And remember! You CAN make a difference by focusing on what you can control and living a principled life.   In this episode, you will learn: The insights from David Brooks’ article, “America is Having a Moral Convulsion”. (02:03) The importance of focusing on what you can control. (13:08) How to build and maintain trust. (15:23) The two parts of being an effective listener and communicator. (18:20) The power to innovate through imagination. (21:37)  Becoming Your Best Resources: Becoming Your Best Website Becoming Your Best University Website Becoming Your Best Library Email: support@becomingyourbest.com   Book: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful Leaders Book: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Facebook Group – Conquer Anxiety  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.