Procrastination isn’t what you think
Contrary to popular opinion, procrastination is not born solely from laziness. In fact, laziness oftentimes has little to do with it. It's typically the result of two things: A lack…
Allowing space for the minority opinion
In the midst of a recent meeting, someone mentioned the challenges facing teachers in this not exactly post-pandemic, highly polarized environment. Teachers are struggling, she explained. Forces beyond our control…
Unpopular Positive Opinion Challenge
I liked this challenge a lot. Some of my unpopular, positive opinion films include: Reign of Fire (2002): 42% 50 First Dates (2004): 45% Jumper (2008): 15% Terminator Salvation (2009):…
Get vaccinated AND boosted
Charlie asked last night if the pandemic is over. Ask a politician, and the answer will almost all be yes. It's in their best interest to say yes. But scientists,…
Not odd or dysfunctional at all
My friend, Jeni, planned to introduce me to a friend a couple of weeks ago. Unfortunately, she didn't have the chance. I was speaking to other people at the time,…
People don’t care if you shed an obligation
Here's something we should all remember: The most common reaction from others when you shed an obligation is nothing. The rituals, habits, procedures, routines, and concerns that you feel are…
What real leaders do
On Sunday, New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick passed George Halas to take the sole position of second place on the list of most victories for an NFL coach. It…
Mr. Doodle and incrementalism
Sam Cox, known as Mr. Doodle, doodled every square inch of his house in Tenterden, Kent in this remarkable timelapse video. The video is a little more than two minutes…
Resolution update: October 2022
Every month I report the progress of my yearly goals in order to monitor progress (or the lack thereof) and hold myself accountable. The following are the result from…
