"Beware of Pick Pockets" Warning INCREASES Thefts? - Why would a "beware of pick pocket" sign increase thefts? To avoid the law of unintended consequences when you are making decisions, try these two Flip It questions.

A Good Leader Is Not Born, But Is Made - Today I was reminiscing something and thought that I should pen my thoughts here. I was recollecting my years in school when I had to take up a leadership role in a community service group. I was involved in the Mentoring and Tutoring group ever since my very first year in college. I expected it to be a second-rate experience for me, but little did I know I was going to land myself into the management committee of the club.

When is It Okay to Lose? - If you ask people when is it okay to lose they will usually come up with some interesting scenarios and attempt to rationalize losing? However, if it is a competition, no matter how friendly, it is never okay to lose. Normally we do not teach our kids to lose or that losing is acceptable, but the end result of the direction that we as a society are headed is to avoid conflict at all costs.

Strong Leaders Know Where To Go To Get Strong Positive Leadership - Here is a man who continues to be troubled, but he continues to pray. This leader knows the only source of strong positive leadership. It can be dangerous out there, when we are living in a day when people are not really seeking good sound strong leaders. That is why such men need protection.

Leaders Learn Lessons Which Were Soon To Be Put Into Practice - These were not philosophical conversations. Within a short period these principles became the practical outworking in these men's lives. All that was taught came true. They did not understand everything immediately, but soon the relevance unfolded.

Unwanted Unwelcome Lessons Can Often Be Just What Leaders Require - Difficulties can arise when we decide what we are going to do, and go where we choose to go. Frequently, we may have to be redirected in a totally different direction. This can happen in various walks of life. How do we react and respond when these challenging circumstances appear?

One Aspect Of Mission Which Is Frequently Ignored And Overlooked - I Wonder Why? - What was said was very true, but it was not the whole truth, and it was not said in a proper manner. These two men are only a few days in Europe and suddenly they are imprisoned. They react and respond so positively. A whole family is transformed as a result.

God Raises Up A Man To Lead That New Fellowship In Philippi - A tough man is totally transformed. He was a leader and his leadership is needed elsewhere. This time Almighty God needs him. The jailer and Lady Lydia are now brother and sister. The world asks about being wealthy, popular, successful, famous. God waits for us to ask about how we can be saved and rescued!

The Making Of A Great Leader - It was a tiring day packed with activities. It all started last night, with my advanced class participants. It was pleasant to meet them for the first time at the birth of a new year. It has been two years now since this group has been attending my advance program, and I am happy to see them to have progressed so much in life in terms of happiness, health and wealth. They are much more aware of their thoughts, words and actions.

What To Do When Real Serious Conflicts Arise - Success inevitably brings conflict, and for various reasons. The issue which arises here is serious and has the potential to damage irreparably. Leaders do what needs to be done, and refuse to permit the cancer to grow.

Effective Leadership - How to Improve Your People Skills - Are you a manager who wants to get results from your people? How would you like to improve enthusiasm about staff meetings? The key is inspiration. Are you inspiring your employees? This article will give you the four fundamentals on inspiring people.

How Is A Man To Reply And Respond To The Tempter's Taunts? - When we are weary and weak and vulnerable we are more open to succumb to temptation. Here is the perfect way to respond and reply. Is this the way you would deal with any temptation?

How Many Times Have You Been Stoned Because Of What Have Said And Done? - A situation can change so quickly. One minute you can be so very popular and the next minute people are chucking stones at you. Stones are sore and they hurt and they can kill. My friends are in that situation in the scenario I write about here.

Good Sound Wise Leadership Resolves A Potentially Damaging Area Of Conflict - The conflict is serious and potentially damaging. The courageous leadership rises to the occasion and confronts the issue. The wisdom displayed is overwhelming and the principles revealed can be acted out in any area of life

Leadership - Are You Honest? - Are you honest with yourself? That is a beginning step to autheticity and being all that you want to be.

What's It All About Alfie? Living Your Legacy - Often when we think about a legacy, it's something that is left behind after a person has passed. The idea of the living legacy has the power to spur you on to live a mindful and proactive life. What type of legacy and living will are you creating now?

Exemplary Caring Leadership Which We Can Imitate And Follow - Any leader worthy of the term leader would always want to see how those whom he has been leading are getting on. That is not always the case. Here is exemplary leadership displaying principles which we would be wise to imitate and follow.

How Do You Describe And Define The Work And Ministry Of A Prophet? - It may be misleading to have this subject under the banner of Self-Improvement, but the label of Leadership certainly applies. Who calls a prophet and how does he appear and what is his role? Can we tell whether or not a man has a genuine prophetic ministry in these present days?

If You Want To Study Real Dynamic Leadership There is No Better The Place To Look - Five men gather together in the most unlikely city and the most surprising thing happens. When we give our undivided attention in this way, our society and world can be influenced and transformed. These five leaders have much to teach us.

Having Trouble Creating Your Own Personal Mission Statement? - Try this mission statement for one week and see if it will help you in every aspect of your life. A mission statement is used to guide every aspect of your life.

NLP - 3 Qualities And Traits Every Business Leader Should Have - While there are several definitions NLP or other philosophy would give to the word "leader", I'd like to suggest 3 qualities that you need to have to create win-win situations, lead from the heart and influence people with integrity.

Rethinking Your Leadership Style - What the Movie, The Queen, Teaches About Corporate Leadership - The relationship between Diana and the Queen tells us more than the dynamics of the Royal Family. This example underlies the importance of why women executives in particular need to understand the importance of creating a management style that is both functional and appropriate for both men and women -- a balance between both the Traditional and Emerging styles of leadership.

How To Avoid The Errors Of Others And The Errors Of The Past - If we do not learn from the mistakes of the past we are highly likely to repeat them. There are promises which have been made and there is strength and reassurance available, if we only know where to find it. Leaders must point the people they are leading in the right direction.

Learn to Step Beyond Your Self - Here is an amazing higher instruction that can help you step beyond yourself: "Walk away from the mental 'how' into the spiritual Now."

Leaders Manage Goals To Ensure More Is Not Less - Leaders manage goals to know when more becomes less. Leaders know there is a place where further effort, energy, knowledge, people resources and money don't really add additional value. In fact, more of anything after a certain point may be stealing from other requirements. Leaders know time, money and effort, by themselves, are really inefficient measures - results are what count.

Observation - A Critical Leadership Skill - Leaders know observation skills are critically important to success - in any dimension. They work hard to develop their own, and to identify the skill in their people. Read on to learn more about this critical skill and how to improve your own observation skills.

Six Quick Tips to Build Charisma - Charisma is consciousness of the world around as seen in successful people. Consistency in behaviour along with an interest in others around are hallmarks of a charismatic individual. Declaring what one stands for rather than what what one stand against adds to the charisma of an individual.

A Wise Leader Wins And Rescues His Family From The Coming Judgment - It pays in all kinds of ways to obey God. This wise man would certainly be glad that he had obeyed, and so would the members of his family. The record of what happened has serious lessons for each of us in these present times. This is fact and not fiction.

Our Christian Faith Depends Upon Facts And Not Feelings - Leaders Need To Know That - When The Flood subsides what happens next? How does Noah react and respond? There are lessons in this whole section which are vital, morally, ethically, scientifically and spiritually.

Alpha Male Characteristics - 5 Beta Male Traits to Avoid - On your journey to become an alpha male, not only do you need to know the alpha male characteristics you should display, but more importantly, the beta male traits you should avoid. The opposite of the alpha male is the beta male. I say this is more important because, as humans, we pick up more on negative attributes more so than positive ones.

Bring Winemaker Wisdom to your Leadership Team - In this article, Rosemary Rein, Ph.D details how you can learn lessons in Leadership from the Wine Makers of Mendoza.

How to Create Change in Others - The biggest challenge in creating change in others is realizing that you have no control over another person's mindset. Change is an individual decision. It can only be made through free will. You can, however, be effective in instrumenting that change.

It Was Not the Apple On The Tree That Caused The Trouble But The Pear On The Ground - What happened then, is reflected in so much of what we have to face today. This is not abstract irrelevant philosophy. This is what went wrong, and continues to be wrong, and why there is such suffering and pain. But, there is a remedy.

Identifying Leadership Style and Influence at a High School Reunion - I just returned from my sister's 35th year high school reunion. The reunion was fun and comparing people's photos from the year book 35 years ago was quite an experience. I was impressed with the success of the reunion event as well as the tasks accomplished by each committee. There was a spirit of pride among the class members in attendance that reflected support in fulfilling the purpose of the event: to establish a college scholarship fund.

Regret - Carrying the Past - Holding onto regret is analogues to carrying a rock with you wherever you go. Depending how much regret you carry depends on how big the rock is. Carrying this extra weight drains your energy, leaving less available for your present endeavors.

The Great Leader - Top Tips and Advice for Successful Leadership - Whether you're a manager at work or a leader of some organization, getting people to do what you want and need, can often seem like a daunting task. But it doesn't have to be. There's no need to be ultra-nice, or mega-mean. The key to good leadership is following these expert tips...

Leadership and Teamwork - Requirement To Get The Job Done - Leadership and teamwork often go hand in hand. Teamwork requires leadership with vision of a clear goal, a flow of strong communication and the inspiration and drive to get the job done.

Leadership Overview - What Purpose Does It Serve? - Google "leadership" and you will arrive at a total of 147,000,000 results. Leadership is a hot topic. By definition a leader is a person who leads. A guide or conductor, a person who directs, has commanding authority or influence.

Leadership Skills - Top Tips to Maintain Influence and Inspiration - Effective leadership like any well built structure takes time, effort, and vision to build and requires a strong foundation to stand upon to weather the storms that may be encountered along the way to success.

Famous Leadership Styles - Contrasting Leaders and Their Methods - Pictures of the well known and well to do are flashed across TV screens and adorn glossy magazine covers daily. We love celebrity. We watch their every movement, daydream about what it is like to live the life.

Leadership and Business - Critical Skill Needed For Success - Businesses thrive under good leadership, and, well, don't under bad. Making you're your business is supported by strong leadership will ensure its success now and in the future.

Leadership Skills - Methods and Practice to Improve Your Skills - We have all heard it said, "There is room for improvement". Leadership is no exception. Effectiveness of knowledge in leadership is a key component. The need for education and development of the team as well as the leader is crucial to improve and maintain effectiveness.

Leadership Advice - What Are Important Skills For Development - A significant aspect of leadership is the relationship between the leader and his/her followers. This often determines the success of the task. If you lose your followers the outcome of your mission will meet with disaster.

Leadership Styles and Types - Overview of Skills - Leadership style is crucial to success. We find leadership all around us. Each of us will fill the role ourselves at various times in our lives. Leadership can be found in the world of business, sports, politics, religion and as close as home.

Leadership Skills - Can You Learn Skills or Naturally Born With It - Is there such a thing as a natural born leader? That's debatable. He/she is a "born leader". Haven't we all heard this statement made at various times? In the realm of royalty this appears to be the theory. In the realm of reality does this hold true or are leaders developed?

Baseball - Training for Leaders - I'm sure you are familiar with the famous Yankees-Red Sox rivalry? Well, during a recent baseball game, my mind wandered into leadership territory, and it occurred to me that we could learn a lot about leadership through baseball, and the pitchers in particular.

Could You Do This and Would You Be Prepared To Do It? - Crisis in the church, as the leader is in prison, and about to be killed, and then the others would be picked off one by one. It looks as if it is all over for the folks in Jerusalem. Not so - read on. What you have done had you been in Jerusalem that night?

It Can All Happen Within An Hour and It Did On This Occasion - But It Caused Much Trouble - If there is ever a picture of real dynamic vital leadership it is here. Some misunderstand, query, question and wonder what was happening. Nothing wrong in that. But when the truth is calmly explained, the others leaders have the courage to change their minds. They have no further objections.

Prejudices Walls Divisions All Tumble and Crumble When Strong Leadership Is Exhibited - Here is a leader who refused to compromise and dilute his leadership. He would not water down what he had to deliver to suit his audience, and it is honoured and rewarded. Such positive leadership is so required today.

Compassion and Care and Concern Flowing Through a Very Ordinary Guy To Those in Real Need - This is for those who are bruised and broken and battered by life. Here is a man who knew how to listen and how to care. Here is compassion flowing from its source through a very ordinary guy. If you are an ordinary guy or guy-ess could this be a task for you?

A Season of Silence and Quiet Does Not Mean That You Are Out of The Will of God - Saul goes home for his own safety and security but also to work out what has happened to him over these past few weeks. It is a time of reflection and listening and preparation. We all need such seasons whether we realise it or not.

The Importance of Improving Yourself - Sometimes, when all our doubts, fears and insecurities wrap ourselves up, we always come up with the idea of "I wish I was somebody else." More often than not, we think and believe that someone or rather, most people are better than us - when in reality, the fact is, most people are more scared than us.

If You Were On Trial For Your Faith As Saul Was - Would There Be Sufficient Evidence To Convict You? - He must have been so very lonely and without a single friend in the whole world. No-one would have believed his story to begin with, and they had every cause and reason to be suspicious. One man risked being his friend and this proved to be so valuable. Enjoy the whole account because it is true.

Some Of Our Finest Work Can Be done When We Are On Automatic Pilot - Persecution, mission, success, opposition, occult, challenge, and strong leadership all within a few sentences. There are lessons here which cannot be found anywhere else, particularly when it comes to leadership that is positive and vital. These leaders could not be bought, nor would they compromise.

Serene Poised Persecuted And Praying - What A Way To Live - and Die - How many leaders could live like this? How many leaders could face death like this? How many in leadership have these qualities and characteristics? What questions. Yes but what an example. His example leads to one furious individual being totally changed and transformed.

This Quality of Leadership Is So Very Different From What We Frequently Find Today - I have always supported the church! No, you do not. It is the church which supports you. There is a big difference and these two men certainly discovered that when they were released from prison.

Top 3 Blind Spots That Hold You Hostage - Is there a blind spot keeping you from reaching your career dream or the next promotion? If you hear another, "You're doing a great job, keep up the good work" do you think you'll scream? Maybe you have even trained the person who is getting the promotion. The promotion that you deserve!

How To Get Into Rapport With People - It's an obvious one, but the single most important thing you can do to improve the way people think about you is to learn to get into rapport with people. You probably even already know this one, but it serves as a useful reminder.

Leaders Suffering as a Consequence of Obedience - Why does suffering so frequently accompany obedience? Here we see leaders suffering. Are you a true faithful leader prepared to experience and endure suffering? These men did, and they tend to set the example.

Slow Down - Think - Act - Picture yourself five years ago. What are your dreams? What are your goals? What are your plans? Are you pretty sure that you're gonna reach them? How confident are you? Do you have your next five years planned out to perfection?

Why Leaders are Authors of Greatness - Why is it that time passes by so fast when we're reading a great book? There's something about it that just enthralls you into a hypnotic state of mind and sort of fall into a deep trance.

How Are YOU Doing - As a Leader - Winning organizations seem to have a knack for leadership development throughout their organization. One key principle that I have found present in this type of organization is the fact that they hire well and they fire better. Generally their managers have been trained on the interviewing and hiring process. As a result, their success rate for finding and keeping good employees is above average. Recruitment and retention becomes part of their culture and the responsibility of everyone. Leadership is more than just a word in these companies and leadership potential is sought out, encouraged and developed.

Traffic Director for Angel Food Ministries at the River of Life Church - Reggie Gilmore's Mission - I met Reggie on Saturday morning, August 25th at the River of Life Church. One of my friends and I decided to take advantage of saving money as well as supporting Angel Food Ministries. Arriving at the church before my friend, I decided to evaluate this moment of unexpected opportunity.

Ignorant Unschooled Unlearned Courageous Leaders Who Had Spent Time With Jesus Christ - How would you like to be regarded as ignorant, unschooled and unlearned? This is how these leaders are described. But, the learned critics recognised they had spent time with Jesus Christ, and that is what really matters.

Four Essential Characteristics and Qualities for Spiritual Leadership - If you want your life's work to last a sound solid foundation on which to build is so necessary. Here are four necessary stages in that foundation. Are they in yours? If not, check out which is missing and rectify it immediately.

Leaders Require The Qualifications and Equipment Necessary For Leadership - Waiting for a promise to be fulfilled is seldom easy. Waiting for something to happen when you do not know when it will happen and you do not know exactly what to expect. This is the situation these new world leaders were in. Take courage, be patient, but receive what you need for your role and give strong positive dynamic Leadership.

Helping Others By Simply Doing Your Own Thing - There are those who benefit many others in the world not by trying to help people, but by simply doing their own thing. If you are doing something because you think people have need for you to do it, then you are perceiving lack in the world. The truth is that the world is whole, complete and there is nothing lacking in it. Since that is the case, you can do whatever you wish simply because it brings you joy.

Principal Leadership Principles and Where You Too Can Find These Vital Characteristics - Leadership principles, from a doctor, which many people overlook. This writer and traveller teaches us some of the most significant lessons which any leader would be foolish to ignore. His conclusions have an authority which you can find nowhere else.

The Significance of Prophecy and The Necessity To Continue Giving To Those Who Are Suffering - A prophetic word is so needed from a prophetic leader. That word has to be relevant and practical and minister to those who require encouragement in all kinds of ways. Strong moral spiritual leadership is becoming the requirement of the day.

That Holy Grail - It Was What Was in The Cup That Was Supremely Important - The importance of what was in the Holy Grail. There are standards and priorities and choices. The train is free to make its way to its destination only if it remains on the rails. Life has its prophetic parallels.

Magic Tricks and The Art Of Persuasion - You can learn a lot about persuasion by learning a little about doing magic tricks. My career as an author, professional speaker, trainer and coach began with magic tricks. Indeed, all the arts of change are a close match for magic metaphorically.

How I Organized A Speech Contest - Did you ever organize a large contest? Did you ever organize a large event? Did you have help? If you have answered yes or no to any of these questions, read on.

Leadership and Trust - Trust is one of the fundamental virtues of great leaders. How you create trust, however, is sometimes illusive. This article gives specific steps that can be taken by leaders to build trust and fix broken trust. It involves intra-team trust and trust between leaders and direct reports.

Integrity in Leadership - Wisdom - Using quotes from proven leaders, or those people you feel have shown integrity and wisdom is, in itself a sign of humility and wisdom

Puppet Time and its Potential to Undermine and Destroy - Here is one area where Leadership is so needed. There is a serious battle going on and many are unaware of the potential consequences. In fact, we are already beginning to see the rot set in the realm of morality. This is where morality has its roots!

Respect And Authority Must Never Be Separated In The Life Of A Leader - Respect is becoming a scarce commodity. Cynical comments appear to be increasing. Media celebrities consider it smart to be flippant and superficial regarding who should be respected. Of course, leaders have to earn the right to be respected. Read about these two men who show us how.

Avoid Being Confused On Such An Important Issue - Do not be confused in this crucial vital fundamental area. This is one of the most important things which a believer in Jesus Christ must do, and it is not an optional extra. Getting rid of confusion here can result in the removal of confusion in other significant areas. Almighty God does not wish that anyone remains confused.

$1 For Your Thoughts - Inflation at a Think Tank - We have all heard the saying, "A Penny for Your Thoughts." Yet we also suspect that you get what you pay for and indeed a penny will not buy you much these days. In fact, there is serious consideration going on to ditch the penny all together, of course if they do, it will cause sellers to round up and that means inflation of about 4.9% as everyone rounds up to the nearest five cents. Is America ready for inflation, well apparently the Federal Reserve is quite and some say overly concerned about it.

The Swing of Great Performance - Jazz great Oscar Peterson combines curiosity and passion to get into the swing of great performance. You can too. Find out how in this article.

The Learning Ear - A Leadership Lesson from Jazz - Jazz great Duke Ellington considered the human ear as the most important instrument in the world. Listening is crucial to leaders being able to do their work through other people. Find out more about jazz and leadership in this article.

Catch The Global Trends - Nu Leadership Series - Examine the sweeping global trends. Nu Leadership is a column that explores the changing workforce and social environment as it relates to leadership development.

Know Yourself and Your Enemy and Expect to Win! - Many people simply do not understand how the world works and they do not understand why it works that way either. In fact, one of the most misunderstood things for the general public is how intelligence works, with intelligence agencies. Business is a good teacher as you watch your competitors attempt to pull a fast one on you or attempt to pretend to be your customer to suck information from you.

Leading the Music of Your Organization - Charlie Parker identified the three essentials of music as melody, harmony, and rhythm. The same is true of your organization.

Jazz, Jack Welch, and Winning - Jack Welch's 8 essentials of leadership can be provocatively illustrated through a great jazz performance. Find out how in this article.

Everyone Wants To Join A Think Tank - But Few Are Ever Accepted - As the coordinator for the Online Think Tank, it is my job to weed thru those who have what it takes and those who are either faking it or have an unearned ego. Not long ago a gentleman attempted to break into the group and yet could not confirm his qualifications. When he failed to provide the information we simple said, we are skeptical and he said; "Oh, I've accomplished plenty." We then engaged him in conversation and still he could not produce original thought. So, we said well then if you do not have the ability of creative thought then;

True Leaders Never Lead - Learn Master Tips to Become a True Leader - It's often said that a leader is a person who leads rather the real meaning of it is far more different than what it says on paper. A true leader is the one who guides and inspires his followers or his team to success. Being a leader does not mean being a ruler as most rulers have been known to be dictators. A leader is a source of inspiration for the whole team and every person's opinion counts in the team. Read on to discover some of the master tips to become a true leader.

Responsibility Helps You Stay In Charge - We are looking at responsibilities and what we can get from it."The price of greatness is responsibility." said Winston Churchill. This edition throws more light on this and shares with you wonderful quotes that you can use. Let me keep quite and allow you take a bold step toward responsibility lane.

Encouraging The Finest Leadership Skills For All Who Wish Them - Reassuring security can motivate you to take risks when it comes to strong positive helpful leadership. Offer the best qualities of leadership you have to offer. Never be satisfied with second best. Remember you cannot buy enthusiasm, loyalty, commitment and devotion. Of course, you will require a reliable competent coach who provides sound guidelines. Read on!

Leadership Qualities And Characteristics Of The Highest And Finest Standards - Strong powerful leadership qualities are revealed. It is impossible to find stronger and more powerful qualities anywhere. Read on and rise to higher levels of Leadership.

We Can Do It Again! - "We Can Do It!" is the banner across one of the most well-known posters during World War II encouraging women to join the workforce for the war effort. You probably remember it - the image of a woman with a red bandanna on her head, rolling up her blue shirt sleeve as she makes a fist. It always communicates to me a woman's strength and determination.

What's It Takes To Be A Leader - Lee Iacocca, General Patton, Hugh McColl and President Reagan teach 16 things a leader must know and do. Read this article to learn more.

Small Business Leaders Understand Something About Their Psychology and Yours - How interested are you in what others have? Do you regularly check up on what the competition is doing? Have you really looked to see who the leaders in your industry are? Well consider for a moment that, "that" is exactly what the leaders in your industry are not doing. They are not comparing because comparing creates "comparables".

What Moulds And Shapes Your Thinking? - Capital punishment is referred to in more than one place in the New Testament. Can we move away from what God has decreed? It would be most unwise to think we can improve upon what God has declared.

A Long Lesson From A Twelve Year Old - Is it possible that a boy of twelve could teach such an important lesson? If you have lost the way, or a relationship with someone important, it might be necessary to return to where you once were. Crucial truths revealed here.

Don't Hate the New Guy! - Ever work get stuck working with the new guy? All they do is ask questions and on top of that, they need to be told how to do everything! What good are they? Sound familiar? You are actually ignoring one of your most precious assets.

Productivity and Leadership Insights from George David, CEO and Chairman of United Technologies - Does 338% sharehold return since 1992 grab you attention. How about market capitalization growth from $6B to $72B in the same time period. Most recognize Otis elevator, Carrier air conditioner and Pratt and Whitney as the brand names that make up United Technologies Corporation (UTX). In 30-plus years at United Technologies George David has built this organization by focusing on productivity, design, engineering, and manufacturing process changes that have paid off in spades. With growth in productivity running at 5-7% annually, David offers numerous examples of UTX's achievements.

Leadership and Chaos - There are many theories that attempt to account for leadership excellence. If one expands beyond excellence to leadership more generally, a close examination of the various theoretical constructs discloses that they are consistently developed either from the perspective of the leader or from that of those who follow. This article offers an alternative perspective for your consideration.

Leadership Found in the Few and the Small - Envision an army of ants, multitudes of them carrying food and piling the food on a large rock. These ants are performing their task in uniformity and in a sequential order. The leadership is responsible for delivering the goods in order to maintain the survival of the ant colony. On the human side, imagine a commanding officer of a unit assigned to a foreign country, responsible for his troops' safety, operating an efficient command post, defending his country, and operating as an assumed dignified commander.

Leadership and Character Defined in Personal Mission and Vision Statements - Leadership and better character definition are the inevitable results. As Socrates said, "The unexamined life is not worth living."