Beliebers reflect all of us

So…I’m directionally challenged.  The GPS is my best friend in a new city, and even with it, I don’t always get to my destination the first time.  I’m not proud of that, but it is what it is, and so I’ve learned to be patient with myself, and allow for extra time. This summer, I …

Men making friends

Guys have a lot of fun together.  Guys enjoy each other’s company.  Guys eat, drink, burp and so much more with each other. But are they friends? A friend is someone you share mutual affection with.  A confidant.  Intimacy is a part of friendship. In our culture, too often authentic, meaningful friendship has been feminized. …

Grab a ladder: Empathy vs. Sympathy

Lovin’ this new video from Brené Brown…for a little primer on the difference between empathy and sympathy take a peek! It’s good to know the difference…it’s good to know that empathy enhances connection, and sympathy creates distance.  It’s good to have a couple of “good to go” empathic lines, for times when you just don’t …

Leaving footprints

Following 5 full days of learning and experiencing The Daring Way™ program, I had a free day to wander around the river walk today thinking and meandering and watching and gazing and musing and quietly thinking some more. The pathways, waterfalls and beautiful views alongside the water are relaxing and peaceful. After full days of thinking …

Terrified courage

Folks that run into a burning building to rescue a child are regarded as brave heroes.  And we often think of brave heroes as folks who fearlessly do very dangerous things. I’m thinking that anybody that enters a burning building without fear isn’t brave…I would think that’s more like a special kind of stupid. That’s …

Introversion FAQ’s

What is an introvert? How can I know if I’m an introvert? An introvert is someone who feels most alive when they are with smaller groups of people or alone.  When an introvert looks to “recharge their batteries”, they will look to spend time by themselves or in small groups. An introvert doesn’t crave large …