When Do You Notice Your Context Changed?
I drive a combination gas/hybrid car. Last year, I bought gas 4 times. Maybe. It might have been 3 times. In general, I don’t drive that much. I’ve worked from…
Read moreHow Will Your Memory Be For a Blessing?
You might have heard the phrase, “May her memory be for a blessing,” when people discuss Ruth Bader Ginsberg’s death. Molly Conway wrote a wonderful essay. I encourage you to…
Read moreHow Do You Manage Imposter Syndrome?
I chatted with a talented coach a few days ago. He’s between clients. He felt as if he was stagnating, not learning anything. He said, “This is one of those…
Read moreThree Secrets to Exercise Your Resilience
What Do You Do When You’re Off-Center?
I can’t seem to maintain my emotional balance. First the virus. Now the protests. I feel powerless and off-center. I am not in control of much. For those of you…
Read moreHow Do You Exercise Your Power?
I’ve been thinking about how much power our elected officials have and how that varies by country. In the US, we grant power to the people we elect. And, we…
Read moreThree Secrets for Making “The Game” Possible
Can We Choose for the Common Good?
We have some ideas about how to manage the coronavirus. We know that if we ask people to shelter in place—for a while—we can avoid overwhelming the local hospitals. Once…
Read moreWho or What Deserves Your Respect?
Every so often, you see someone who inspires you. These people seem to achieve “more” in some way. You respect them for their actions. Sometimes, you see people who talk…
Read moreWhat Does “But” Really Mean?
As I coach writers and consultants with their various businesses, I hear a lot of “but”s. “But, I can’t offer that product or service.” Or, “But, I can’t write an…
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