When kids are young, they’re totally dependent on their parents. But as they grow older, their peers and their surroundings exert a greater influence on them. How does that make you feel? Are you passing your values on to your kids? Are you comfortable with the impact that tough kids on the block, trash-talking athletes,… [Read More]
9 Barriers to Effective Communication
Did you ever spend time with someone and feel as though they weren’t there? You may have occupied the same room, but you just didn’t connect. Whether this is an isolated occurrence or the hallmark of that relationship, it could be a warning sign of trouble ahead. Unfortunately, broken relationships don’t happen in a vacuum. Many… [Read More]
A Political Candidate I Could Vote For (Share If You Agree)
My Candidate Would… Put the country first. Do what’s right. Period. Be fair. Tell it like it is. Be compassionate. Find areas of common ground. Make tough decisions. Follow the law of the land. Keep their promises. Fix more problems than they create. Award contracts based on qualifications. Remain accountable. Honor tradition. Stop “gotcha” politics…. [Read More]
11 Ways to Be Humble
Are You a Class Act?
Parenthood Isn’t Child’s Play
Parenthood is one of the most rewarding experiences in life. There’s nothing like watching your kids grow up to be principled human beings living up to their potential. But even though this aspiration seems to be realistic and noble, getting them across the finish line isn’t always easy. That’s because parenthood isn’t child’s play. Unlike… [Read More]
Do You Take Your Commitments Seriously?
We make commitments every day. They can be simple or life-changing — from simply promising to complete a task to making a lifelong commitment such as becoming a parent or asking for someone’s hand in marriage. But do we take our commitments seriously? Some folks make commitments at the drop of a hat, thinking they… [Read More]
Prejudice: “All” Is an Ugly Word
All cops are _____. All Wall Street bankers are _____. All Mexicans are _____. All liberals are _____. You fill in the blank. Actually, please don’t. “All” is an ugly word. It’s naked prejudice. In the past few years, I’ve seen too many people assign labels to groups and call them derogatory names. It’s easy to… [Read More]
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