Conversation Killers #2: Ad Hominem Attacks (Attacking The Person)
Ad hominem means “against the person” and it is an illogical – and unkind – way of trying to win an argument. Here’s how to respond to them well.
Conversation Killers #1: Un-Communication
Are you un-communicating? And, if so, what do you think about adding a little more warmth or curiosity to your interactions?
Tool #5: The Kleenex of Resilience
Resiliance is not just taking the blow, but healing from it. And getting stronger because of it. Any athlete whose mom has shoved a wad of kleenex up her nose to stop a nose bleed in the middle of the game, knows this. The message: Avoid harm but keep a Kleenex ready, just-in-case.
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
Quick… 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 content on Netflix or iTunes or Tik Tok...
Fears of a First Time Coach, Revisited
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!