The Restless Truth About Lazy Days

“A day without purpose is a day I’ll never get back.” Lazy days sound good in theory, don’t they? The … More

How Benzodiazepines Changed My Life: A Personal Story and Warning

The Beginning of the Worst Period of My Life The worst period of my life began in March of 2001, … More

Principles I take Seriously

My Guiding Principles: How I Live My Life When I look back on my life, I realize it hasn’t been … More

The Hidden Challenge for Overachievers in Corporate America

“In Corporate America, Yesterday’s Success Often Becomes Tomorrow’s Minimum Expectation” I’ve spent my career chasing excellence, and for much of … More

Don’t confuse me with someone who cares

Some people seem to have made complaining and criticizing others their full-time job. They point out flaws, spread negativity, and … More

Having a Day About Nothing (and Why It Scared Me)

“Doing nothing is better than being busy doing nothing. At 69, I can honestly say I’ve never had a day … More

It sure would not be Jack Bauer

Ah, “If you had a million dollars to give away, who would you give it to?” At first glance, it … More

Fresh Today: 4 Quotes and the Lessons Behind Them

Opening Paragraph:“Every day, I’ll be sharing fresh quotes along with my perspective on what they really mean and how they … More

If you Fear Failure you will surely Meet up with Her in the Future

The Risks That Shape a Life When I saw today’s writing prompt—“What’s something you would attempt if you were guaranteed … More

How a 50-Year-Old Homework Assignment Shaped My Life

“Sometimes the hardest goals are the ones you don’t even know you’ve set.” The hardest personal goal I’ve ever set … More

Retirement Stages

For those of you thinking about or just starting or soon to begin retirement , let me share my thoughts … More

What Would I Do If I Lost All My Possessions?

“Sometimes losing everything is the only way to gain everything that really matters.” If one day I woke up and … More