Pace, Priorities, Planning and Performance Pace - recognize that everything has a unique pace. Recognize what that is for each effort. Familiarize yourself with these paces and align these efforts to the time of day that is optimum for you. Prioritize - develop a means to prioritize your efforts. There are known methods for this.... Continue Reading →
Conflict and Discord Don’t Need to be End States
Diversity Commonality Inclusion Move from conflict to conversation and from disagreement to Dialogue. Spend 30 minutes talking it through weekly with someone you have a conflict with or disagree with. Do not apologize for choosing the side of the fire brigade over the fire. Help is the sunny side of control.
The Practice of Living
Someone close to me told me before she passed that “getting old isn’t for the faint of heart." That said, I’d take it over not getting old any day. When mentioning this to someone else I know, he said, "naturally...living is precious." The thing is, the practice of living seems rarely to be an act... Continue Reading →
Basic survival
Just a thought Early humans were tougher, more intelligent, cunning, resourceful and resilient then we are today. They would never have survived if they weren't. Not sure what it says about us in our complacency. and yet, they would probably not know what to do in our world today
Myths: Stabilization, Sustainability, Maintenance
Everything changes all the time. No matter how much we fight it, change is inevitable. Know the life cycle. Recognize that all waves are different. Ride the wave. Risk the wipe out. Learn. Adapt and adjust. Repeat (practice).
Are You Mentally Overtaxed?
Are you working on too many things? Would you know? Too much busy work and too many task? If you can't see it for yourself, ask someone else. Your mind needs a break. This mental rest is important for daily recovery. It allows for creativity, new thoughts and ideas. Look to the natural world for... Continue Reading →
Authenticity
Know what is authentic Seek that in others be that yourself
Be prolific
Be consistent. Life is more than one chapter. Play the odds. Not everything will be fruitful so add volume.
Identify, Understand & Move Through
know your limits so you understand what you need to move beyond live through practice
Do These Six Things Right Now
first, rely on the deluge for change rather then the perfectly crafted message. second, take any road not only the road less traveled. but sometimes, it is best to go in the opposite direction of traffic. third, your body ages over the decades, it's inevitable. don't wait for that to happen to you. get up... Continue Reading →
Sometimes the Little Things are Big Things
Generated by ChatGPT We often hear the saying "it's the little things that matter," and in many ways, this is so true. The small acts of kindness, thoughtful gestures, and seemingly insignificant moments can have a profound impact on our lives and the lives of those around us. Here's why sometimes, the little things really... Continue Reading →
Ugh! More hubris.
In the age of hubris, humility is a pleasant paradise.
Five Obvious Insights to the Wizard of Oz
Scarecrow - If I only had a brain Tin Man - If I only had a Heart Lion - If I only had Courage Dorothy - I don't know what road this is but I'm going to take it. (Tenacity) Toto - Grrr! Woof! (DOESN'T ANYONE HAVE COMMON SENSE?!!!)
Will decorum be obsolete in the future?
I sure the F@ck hope not!
overcome yourself
This started as "overcome your fear" but that seems overused. Anyway, don't give fear too much credence. Prioritize it appropriately. Endure your suffering. We all get frustrated, but remember that everything is impermanent. Ride the wave your on. Even Michelangelo began with his patron's, and rode them straight to the Vatican. We all have patrons.... Continue Reading →
the humble cafe 