Plate of Rocks I came across this photo I shot in November to. At the end of fall I remove some rocks and add a few rocks to this old plate in the garden. It reminds me that life is one gigantic cycle creating new endings and new beginnings. We always have opportunities to place […]

Active listening is not an easy skill to learn. Generally speaking, most people are not very good at listening.

When was the last time you functioned at a high level, at your best, in the zone as they say?

An ambassador is the highest ranking official of his country when in a foreign land and is charged to conduct business that will best support his country’s interests.

Yes, you read that right: Success Assassins! They are the doubting, negative, we never did it that way before mental thoughts that we deal with.  They can be quite subtle. These negative, risk-averse thoughts attack our intentions to do what we desire. And they are always lurking about. See if any of these thoughts sound […]

The importance of being well is a major factor in today’s world. Think of all the massive amounts of medicines and vitamins and supplements that are sold every year. Many make promises that have never been substantiated. It’s easy to purchase a product that does little or nothing to help a situation. There are, however, […]

I know, I know, your friends, your sister, somebody will water your plants while you’re away. As they say, famous last words.

In general, most seniors don’t give much thought to self-defense. Often, they feel they are too old or not physically fit enough.

Am I getting enough sleep? A self-directed question when we feel low levels of energy.

Some people don’t do well with dentists, others with getting flu shots and still others with public speaking. I don’t do well in the kitchen.