I’m not generally a fan of acronyms. Sometimes they are just a little too cute, or clever, which is fine. But other times, they can be unhelpful and flat out wrong! Take the acronym you’ve probably heard for FEAR, “False Evidence Appearing Real.”
Read moreWe’ve all heard of beginner’s luck, and we’ve been told that to get consistent great results … at anything … takes time. So it follows that the longer you play your sport, do your job, or are a parent (or spouse), the better you’ll become. Right? Not necessarily.
Read moreThroughout our lives, we encounter people, situations, and circumstances that strike a nerve and cause us to cry out: “That’s not fair!” “That is so wrong!” “That pisses me off!”… or some version of the same sentiment. You get the point.
Read moreBanff, Alberta. I’m here with my wife, Shay, enjoying a few spectacular days at the Banff Springs Hotel. The initial reason for the trip is a speech I will deliver here tomorrow.
Read moreWhen are risks worth taking? And how should you approach the “right risks?” Two weeks ago, when snow and ice descended upon Atlanta, it made national headlines. In fact, I was in Lethbridge, Canada this week (where the weather was subzero and snowy), and even they had heard about the freak Atlanta snowstorm!
Read moreAs we rapidly approach the holidays, we may become overwhelmed by commitments – attending parties (or throwing them), preparing meals, traveling, or hosting company. But what about the commitments we make to ourselves?
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