Why We Spend Too Much Time Fixing Kids Instead of Growing Them

I’ve believed for a long time that schools and even well‑meaning parents spend too much of a child’s early years … More

The Year That Broke Me — and Built Me Back Stronger

What’s a moment that made you realize you were stronger than you thought? About twenty‑five years ago, I went through … More

Back in the 1990s, I had one ridiculous goal in life — and I mean ridiculous for the salary I … More

The Most Underrated American in Modern History If you ask me who the most underrated American in modern history is, … More

I ask people this question all the time — not because I want their answer, but because I want them … More

It’s a strange thing, getting older. You don’t notice it happening day to day, but then one morning you realize … More

When I was younger, direction came from the usual stuff — ambition, building something, taking care of my family, trying … More

What are you going to be when you grow up? This is a question I was often asked by my … More

So I heard this story the other day from a buddy of mine, and the more I sat with it, … More

I Love Summertime I’ve realized something about myself… I don’t just dislike winter—I take it personally. I really hate it. … More

If someone insulted you yesterday and needed your help today, would you let resentment make the decision for you? I’ve … More

Fear Can Sometimes Be a Good Thing If You Do Something About It What has driven me to take care … More