Using the Toolbox: When I’m Criticized Online
A key part of my process of dealing with struggles, all struggles, is to nurture my connection with others. To care for others. To allow others to care for me.
Tool # 2: The Pipe Cleaner of Creativity
Creating can be a lot cheaper than consuming. And always more fulfilling.
The Serenity Prayer Challenge: Writings of Acceptance, Courage, & Discernment
The Challenge: To gather more writings that speak to Acceptance, Courage, and Discernment. I’ve been working on an essay called The Subtle Art Of Caring A Lot. I envision it as a not at all tongue -in-cheek (1) post about the difference between caring and...Neither a Binge-er nor Binge-able Be
To Those Who Do Not Binge-Watch, I Salute You. Right now, in 2025, in North America, there are people who do not binge watch tv shows or podcasts. In fact, I know not just one or two brave souls, but hundreds of teens and adults who are not addicted to consuming...Let’s Smile with our Eyes and our Questions
Have you ever noticed how much information is in the human face? Since we’re all wearing masks these days, what can we do to communicate clearly and brightly during Covid 19? Luckily, we can still smile with our eyes. And what a huge difference that makes! One of the...Fears of a First Time Coach
Two hours before my debut as an U7 baseball coach, and I kept thinking, “What have I gotten myself into?” A part of me even wished we’d have a rain-delay. Yes, I was afraid of little league!