Change is tricky. When someone changes a long-held view, begins to lean the opposite way politically, alters deep-seated religious views, or switches their stance on a particular issue, it can be disconcerting. It makes sense to respond with a healthy sense of skepticism; to be … [Read more...]
Dig Wells Instead of Building Fences
A popular story tells of a visitor to the Australian outback. The man visited an outback ranch was astonished to see miles and miles of farms without fences. When the visitor asked a local rancher how he kept track of his cattle, the man replied, "Oh, that's no problem. Out here … [Read more...]
The Gift of Perspective
Last night I received the gift of perspective. As the couple entered our home, I steeled myself for their critical eye. We feverishly cleaned and de-cluttered before they arrived. Despite our best efforts, the house's imperfections seemed glaring. I hoped the positives would … [Read more...]
Embrace Uncertainty
I learned at an early age that the god of lost keys, troubled test takers, and late night flu recoveries was not the god of incurable cancer, debilitating depression, or chronic illness. No matter how many times I fell to my knees, some things simply did not qualify for … [Read more...]