To what extent is minority status a state of mind? Before we get into this discussion, I’m sure that some readers may think it unconscionable for a gray-haired, white male to discuss minority status. The assumption being that I’ve never … Continued
One of the benefits of confidence is the calming effect it has on those who are aware of their confidence. You’ll notice that I didn’t say “people who are confident.” The reality is that we are all confident at times…and … Continued
In this episode of MasterChef (opens in a new link), one of the contestants was selling herself short to the judges only to find that her dish was one of the top three for the evening. Why do we sell … Continued
I can’t say that I’ve ever given much thought to the meaning of life. It’s purpose, yes; but not it’s meaning…until I read Every Time I Find the Meaning of LIfe, They Change It (opens in a new link) by … Continued
At the beginning of an episode of America’s Got Talent (opens in a new link), Simon Cowell (opens in a new link) said that two things are needed for success: confidence and talent. I found two things intriguing in that … Continued
Many of us overlook learning opportunities because we view learning as a formal process. We have this view because much of our education has been formal, consequently we’ve become accustomed to signing up for classes, seminars, podcasts, and reading books … Continued
I’ve recently become aware that there are two levels of understanding: how something works and why it works that way. On the surface this distinction is fairly obvious, but its implications are intriguing. Understanding how It’s often easier to understand … Continued
In Agatha Christie’s book, Taken At The Flood, her famous detective, Hercule Poirot, says “One should never struggle against the inevitable…” I chuckled as I read this line, recalling all the times I struggled against the inevitable…especially in my early … Continued
In the Eckhart Tolle video, The Dark Night of the Soul, an audience member spoke of his awareness being intimate, yet not personal. His statement triggered memories of the intimacy I’ve felt in my dealings with others. In many instances, … Continued
Some of the greatest frustration we experience in life comes from our desire to control. We want to control our destinies. At times, we desire to control others’ behaviors. In reality, the only control we have is over the choices … Continued