How one man is fixing bikes and changing lives
Robert Wallace’s childhood was much like a pinball, bouncing around a machine he couldn’t seem to escape. After his biological father was sent to prison and his mother lost custody of him shortly thereafter, he was left to fend for himself
8 Books to inspire graduates to live the good life
If you’ve ever graduated, you’ve probably heard excerpts from Dr. Seuss’ book, “Oh, The Places You’ll Go!”—famous lines like, “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” While the
Getting people back to work
Workforce development movement takes off in and around Sacramento. Construction math, blueprint reading and tool basics are all covered in a week-long construction training program in Sacramento, conducted by The Salvation Army through a partnership with the Associated Builders and
How to live an inspired life at work
You can make a conscious choice to live with positivity. Everyone wants to live an inspired life at work—to feel excited, engaged and alive. We want a work life in which we have maximum confidence, feel fulfilled and make a true
How to find purpose outside of your career
Your career doesn't have to fulfill you in every capacity. Loving your job is important, but cultivating relationships and finding purpose beyond your 9–5 is essential for living a full life. The "3 bucket" system, created by author Jonathan Fields in
Addict to attorney
With nowhere to go but The Salvation Army, Tracy Hughes makes the most of his recovery. My mother and father were divorced when I was very young. I was raised by my mother. Life was normal until the age of 12,
Cooking to stay clean
Helping former addicts prepare for employment By Ted Van Alen - In Lodi, Calif., a spot in the kitchen is helping to ensure Hope Harbor and Stockton Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) graduates’ sobriety. When the corps’ advisory board recognized a lack of employment