Every day we hear of someone who said or did something mean-spirited, cruel or just plain evil. Our natural reflex … Read the rest “Escalating Anger?”

I sat in front of my computer, wracking my brain to remember the brilliant idea for a new book title … Read the rest “The **BIG** Dream!”

I’m not much of a planner. Never have been.

As a kid, I had many interests thanks to a love … Read the rest “The Day(s) When Nothing Goes As Planned”

I used to get my nails done. Started for my youngest daughter’s wedding and continued for a decade afterwards. I … Read the rest “A Broken Fingernail”

Is it my imagination or has the world slowly become smaller, harder, and less interesting? That’s the impression I get … Read the rest “What Happened to Curiosity?”

Is tact old-fashioned? Is diplomacy a thing anymore?

The questions occur to me as I listen to ever more strident … Read the rest “Tact and Diplomacy: Archaic Skills?”

AI today means Artificial Intelligence. In some cases Augmented Intelligence. Meaning more than what you can do on your own.… Read the rest “AI: A New Acronym?”

Walking the dog the other day, I had an unexpected flashback to a cocktail reception at a Direct Marketing Association … Read the rest “Premonitions”

I had brunch today with two men who have become dear friends. They are both former wrestlers, representing opposite ends … Read the rest “A Special Moment”

I was sitting outside with my almost 12-year-old golden retriever this evening when a rude question blasted its way into … Read the rest “Kick the Crutches Aside”

It feels good to accomplish things, especially when you also win accolades. When people see what you do and express … Read the rest “Beware Success”

Like millions of Americans, I attended my hometown 4th of July parade. Taking my place on a grassy corner alongside … Read the rest “Kindness Touches Us All”

We are encouraged every day to accept bad news and disappointment. How so? News casts. Friends who share disillusions. Neighbors … Read the rest “Training Your Brain”

I dream a lot. Full color, full sound. Always have. One year Mom bought me a dream book for Christmas, … Read the rest “A Dream as Catalyst”

In a fascinating discussion with a trio of leaders, one from business, one from philanthropy, one from education, the subject … Read the rest “Accountability is Not Punishment”

Once in a while you read a book (yes, I still do this) that stays with you long after you … Read the rest “The Shallows”