Freedom of Speech

Freedom of Speech

It was hot, humid, and yet incredibly dry that summer.    I was excited to celebrate our nation’s Bicentennial, a great celebration of democracy, with friends and fireworks that Saturday night.   The heat of the day accentuated the smell of brats on the...
State Your Intentions

State Your Intentions

Super busy these days? Who’s not?  Most of us operate today in a state of continuous partial attention. Constantly on, overstimulated by everything and nothing at once, our dominant mode of attention is split, ensuring we’re never present to what’s unfolding...
Emotional Whiplash

Emotional Whiplash

Illness and uncertainty have reigned over the past few weeks. Hunkered down on my couch with the flu and hot tea, I had ample time to review 2022. My conclusion? Life’s really all about our emotional responses. Taking time to review the year – and my reactions –...