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Read more about the article I was visited by the Ghost of Christmas Yet-to-Come. Kind of.

I was visited by the Ghost of Christmas Yet-to-Come. Kind of.

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 27, 2018
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Years ago, I was sitting in a diner with a client, coaching him to become more successful in life. I was talking about my personal philosophy and explain my approach…

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My 2018 Christmas Haul

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 26, 2018
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Every Christmas, I take inventory of the holiday gifts that my wife gives me.Some people wish for cashmere sweaters, the latest gadget, stylish watches, and jewelry. My hope is often…

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Just before all the good stuff is the real good stuff

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 25, 2018
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I’m writing this at 6:45 AM on Christmas morning. It’s one of my favorite times of the year. It’s been one of my favorite times of the year for all…

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Speak Up Storytelling: Christina Fedolfi

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 24, 2018
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On episode #29 of the Speak Up Storytelling podcast, Matthew and Elysha Dicks talk storytelling!In our followup segment, we talk about an error in a previous podcast, upcoming show and…

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Read more about the article Be different

Be different

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 23, 2018
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As a reluctant atheist, I’m not an easy sell when it comes to church attendance. At various times in my life, I have been Catholic and two different variations of…

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Read more about the article A simple suggestion to improve 2018 and beyond

A simple suggestion to improve 2018 and beyond

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 22, 2018
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At the end of each year, in addition to reviewing the progress of my 2018 goals and setting my 2019 goals, I’ll be creating a Best of 2018 list. It’s…

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Read more about the article Not a single one of them escaped alive

Not a single one of them escaped alive

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 21, 2018
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The Lumière brothers were among the first filmmakers in history. From 1896 to 1900, t and they shot several scenes around Paris. Recently, their footage was remastered. Among other things,…

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Read more about the article A beautiful act of revenge. Plus glitter.

A beautiful act of revenge. Plus glitter.

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 20, 2018
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Elysha and I had a package stolen off our doorstep recently. It was a Nordstrom order, and when Elysha called the company to inform them of the theft, they immediately…

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Roman numerals are stupid

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 19, 2018
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You know what’s really, really stupid?Roman numerals. Americans have an alphabet . It consists of 26 letters and is derived from the original Latin alphabet. There are other alphabets in…

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Let the anger go

  • Post author:Matthew Dicks
  • Post published:December 18, 2018
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Someone was annoyed with me this week because, in her words, "You're always great."Sadly, she was not implying that I'm a persistently remarkable person. In fact, I suspect that she…

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