Friday, December 25, 2009
Douglas Eby, of the intergalactic-sized website Talent Development Resources, interviewed Dr. Ted Zeff, author of The Highly Sensitive Person’s Survival Guide, on the topic of how people can benefit from being highly sensitive. (Click on the little blue circle under the stars to start the audio on www.spokenword.org or access it from Douglas Eby’s website.) […]
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Oh crap. A glance in the rear-view mirror shows a cop car closing in. I’m so nailed, in so many ways. I turn right onto a dirt road, park, and wait. By the time the cop’s gadget-festooned torso fills my open widow, blocking the sun, I’m ready. “Registration and insurance,” he says, holding out his […]
Friday, December 18, 2009
“Every second the Earth is struck by four and one-half pounds of sunlight.” Einstein Revealed * * * { FRIDAY PHOTOS offer the lift of beauty } Related viewing: Friday Photo | Story Flickr photo: Green Paradise, by Richard0
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
We care about process. We value details. Each step on the journey from A to B is worthy of pride. We’re all about the honour of deep quality. …What? The deadline passed? But my application took weeks to complete. It’s a work of art, a sure thing. …He died? You’re kidding, right? But that means […]
Friday, December 11, 2009
“One way to open your eyes is to ask yourself, “What if I had never seen this before? What if I knew I would never see it again?” ~ Rachel Carson * * * { FRIDAY PHOTOS offer the lift of beauty } Related viewing: Friday Photo | Lift Flickr photo: sometimes the underside of […]
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Toss out the unloved and unused Don’t finish Put up a temporary wall Say “I don’t know” Loosen your grip Don’t tell anyone where you’re going Let them talk Clear the decks Hire help Excuse yourself and leave Expand your view Put down the sword Go where you can be anonymous Wing it Don’t equate […]
“Don’t be afraid to take a big step if one is indicated. You can’t cross a chasm in two small jumps.” ~ David Lloyd George * * * { FRIDAY PHOTOS offer the lift of beauty ] Related viewing: Friday Photo | Lift Flickr photo: (untitled), by dawnzy58
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
It’s easy to fall into step behind someone else’s vision of success. The lifting strut of the popular mayor as he chats his way through his kingdom. The long line-up in front of the restaurant where the five-star chef concocts her masterpieces. The buzz. The fame. The crowds. The face on the billboard. If I’m […]
