My Thoughts and Articles
3 Steps to Enter the Danger
When consulting with an organization, Patrick Lencioni says one key is to “Enter the Danger.” In any organization, especially a dysfunctional one, there are unspoken issues and problems flying under the radar. It’s uncomfortable to discuss these dynamics, or bring them up, so they often go unresolved. But if you ...
What to Buy a Minimalist for Christmas? 7 Awesome Ideas
As I’ve been getting more into Minimalism the past few years, questions inevitably pop up during the holidays: What can I get you for Christmas? Do you need anything? It can be a tough question. What do you buy a minimalist for Christmas? Maybe you’re struggling with a similar dilemma for ...
Watch Your Projection
This morning, I made coffee for Jenn, but I only poured her half a cup. When I gave the coffee mug to her, she was annoyed. “Why didn’t you pour me a full cup?” she asked. Why indeed? After a moment of self-reflection, I realized that when I drink coffee, ...
Our Thoughts Mediate the Experience of Suffering
When we experience pain and suffering, we often look to an external cause to explain it. I’m upset because I didn’t get that job. I’m depressed because my girlfriend broke up with me. I’m anxious because the world is a dangerous place. Blaming our Suffering on Something External Blaming our pain and suffering ...
How to Worry On Purpose
Many of us struggle with worry and fear. The other night, I woke up in the middle of the night, worrying about a decision I had to make. It kept me from sleeping and I was frustrated about it. How can we work through our anxiety to live a life ...
Thanksgiving and Expressing Gratitude
Happy early Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. I love the food, watching football, spending time with family... everything! So, in honor of Thanksgiving, I want to talk about the importance of expressing gratitude. Struggle with Gratitude? My guess is that some of you may not think you ...
