Author Archives: Philen

About Philen

A spiritual being on a human journey who has been following a call to pursue "Real Africa" since April 2000. This Journey has taken me to incredible places and through wonderful experiences over the past decade, and my book about it all is set for release at the end of 2011 or early in 2012.

Youth Education Through Soccer

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Philen

You ever notice how – when you follow the path of least resistance… accept where you are as being exactly where you’re supposed to be… and then apply your whole mind to what’s in front of you rather than distract … Continue reading →

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Necessary Endings

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Philen

“Growth Depends on Getting Rid of the Unwanted or the Superfluous” So I’m chopping Facebook – not completely, but hugely. My 700+ ‘friends’ are being downsized to about 50. Truth is that I struggle to build any meaningful relationship with … Continue reading →

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Tough Callings – Mamma Maggie Groban

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Philen

I try to be as discerning as I can on which conference to attend and which to let pass by, for fear that I might become a professional “hearer” but not a committed “doer”. But the Global Leadership Summit (GLS) … Continue reading →

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Stop Famine Now – Please Take Action

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Philen

Dear friends, I hope you’ll take a few minutes to watch ONE’s new video “The F Word: Famine is the Real Obscenity” and sign the petition to world leaders. The reasons for the famine in the Horn of Africa are … Continue reading →

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What is Community Development? – Help vs Support

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Philen

As I ponder the question “What is Community Development, and what makes it truly sustainable?” – I am constantly challenged by how small, seemingly arbitrary changes in our daily language can hugely affect our outlook on life and the Path … Continue reading →

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