grin and bare it
A blog by Matthew Dicks
First Prize?
While performing in Schenectady, New York, a couple of weekends ago, I drove by this restaurant, which, as far as I can tell, could be: “First Prize Mike’s Frankfurts along with First Prize Hots with…
Read MoreCreativity cannot be defined
“Sweet Child O’ Mine,” the iconic song from Guns N’ Roses’ 1987 album Appetite for Destruction, has a fascinating creative story. The opening guitar riff—possibly one of rock and roll’s most famous guitar rights—was not…
Read MoreTake care of your future self
A friend sent me a photo of this post-it, written by his daughter. __________________________ Dear Future Self, Have a good lunch. Hope you did well on your science test 2-day. Sincerely, 7:30 AM Alana __________________________…
Read MoreFour life lessons
I visited my friend’s high school English class this week. I talked about storytelling, writing, and creative productivity. I also answered questions about my life. But as I often do, I also shared life lessons…
Read MoreBest gift is a great movie recommendation
Years ago, my friend Shep told me to watch the movie “Hot Fuzz.” I had never heard of the film or its director, Edgar Wright, but knowing Shep, I decided to give it a shot.…
Read MoreAnonymity means a lack of psychological safety
Here’s a good rule of thumb for your business or organization: If you need to allow the people in your organization to remain anonymous while completing an employee satisfaction survey, a professional development evaluation, or…
Read MoreFirst rule of unkindness
The number of times when you say something unkind about a friend or colleague – and then that bit of unkindness makes its way back to the person to whom you directed the unkind remark…
Read MoreApology note artistry
Sometimes, the apology note is so spectacular that you find yourself grateful for the transgression.
Read MoreCharlie is expanding in a very good way
Charlie competed in his second cubing competition this weekend in Ridgefield, Connecticut. He competed in the 2×2, 3×3 (the classic Rubik’s cube), Pyraminx, and clock events. Although he didn’t make the second round in any…
Read MoreElysha has joined a less-than-auspicious club
Elysha was hit by a car last week. Her car wasn’t hit by a car. She was hit by a car. While crossing a parking lot from Dunkin Donuts to her car, coffee in hand,…
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