114. The ground is no place to lie on.
Few of us escape this life without the need to learn the lessons taught by being knocked to the ground. Many things can cause us … Read More
293. It’s a pain.
Following last week’s posting (#292 The Battle for You) in which we discussed some of the challenges with making changes in our lives I mentioned … Read More
113. You have to get back up every time.
My friend Irving is the most resilient person I have ever met. I know of no one who has been knocked down as many times … Read More
292. The battle for you.
Mark Twain reputedly said “Quitting smoking is easy, I’ve done it hundreds of times.” That same quote applies with the same sad truthfulness to the … Read More
112. The truly humble never have to eat the pie.
Many years ago I read a quote which has stuck with me through the years. Unfortunately I cannot remember, or find, the name of its … Read More
291. Them’s the facts.
This week I met with three very stressed out people. Over the course of most weeks I meet with a number of people – mostly … Read More
111. Humble heroes.
Over the past several months I have had the extreme privilege of meeting several young men and women who volunteered to serve our country in … Read More
290. Yes you can, but will you?
In my day job as a coach I frequently hear of people’s struggles. I hear tales of the difficulties experienced in trying to carve out … Read More
110. Humility speaks louder than bragging.
A friend called recently and asked whether I would meet with a long-time colleague of hers who was considering a career change and thinking of … Read More
289. Correlation is not causation.
I was expecting my colleague Brian to drop by the office for coffee. He had mentioned that he would do so and so I was … Read More