How To Learn From Conflict

When it comes right down to it, many of our conflicts are about a lack of respect as much or more as the facts or issues at hand.  Think about it this way – when we are in a conflict with someone, what would it look like if our inner thoughts magically printed out on...

The Tipping Point

Do you ever feel discouraged about your progress in some aspect of your life?  Well, your achievement of excellence may not be as far off as you think.  Think about water.  At 211°, water is hot. At 212°, it boils. And with boiling water, comes steam. And steam can...

The Power of the Present

If we were tasked to identify what percentage of the time we are 1) fully engaged in the present moment, 2) ruminating on something that happened in the past, or 3) worrying about something that might happen in the future, what kind of percentages do you think we...

The Three Gates of Speech

There is an old  proverb which advises that every word coming out of our mouths should first be required to pass through three gates. Each gate has a question:     1. Is it true?     2. Is it necessary?     3. Is it kind? The precious wisdom being expressed here is...