Frank Sonnenberg, Author at Frank Sonnenberg Online

Fairness affects many areas of our life. And yet, even though there’s consensus that things should be fair, it doesn’t always turn out that way. That’s because some folks have no intention of being fair; others evaluate fairness based on how something affects them rather than considering how they’d feel if the roles were reversed…. [Read More]

Is Morality a Thing of the Past?

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In the good old days, people embraced values such as hard work, playing by the rules, and living with honor and integrity. Do parents still pass those values on to their kids or are they too busy to parent? Do leaders still notice how they’re influencing their followers or are they too self-absorbed to even… [Read More]

If Your Behavior Is Contagious, What Will People Catch?

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Did you ever tell scary stories around a campfire? At first, everyone laughs at how ridiculous the story is. But then someone gets scared and, just like magic, the whole group follows suit. Don’t try to reason with them; it’s hopeless. The moment things calm down, a small noise sets them off again. It’s as… [Read More]

35 Questions to Inspire Soul Searching

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Live by Example and Inspire Others to Do the Same

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What does it take to be a great parent, an exemplary role model, or a highly effective leader? Most folks would say it’s important to set high standards, remain true to your values, listen to your conscience, and live by example. But how do you translate that into daily action? How do you live by… [Read More]

Symptoms of a Victim Mentality

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What Are Your Biggest Regrets in Life?

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How would you feel if you discovered that you were chasing the wrong priorities — but the realization came too late for you to make any meaningful changes? That doesn’t have to happen. If you asked seniors to describe their biggest regrets, their answers would be surprisingly similar. Here’s what I learned from my non-scientific… [Read More]