Last Flight to Florida
The imagination we need to cultivate right now is one where we can see ourselves supporting our farmers, producers, artists, academics, builders, teachers, and other countries in the world. We do this out of hope and love, not out of anger or the intent to destroy something else.
Books are the Secret Sauce
If my year is a stew, a reading goal has been the secret sauce I add to my year that has a transformative effect. Again, I can’t tie a direct line from reading to a successful year; it has just been my experience. My best years have had a reading goal attached to it. I have enjoyed more success at work, feel less stressed, and keep learning and growing.
Be Unreasonable
After nearly two decades of working in hospitality and community, I've learned one thing: motivation is a non-renewable resource. There is often an infinite and unending demand for service. We only have so much energy to give, and it doesn't take long to give the little we have. We're only human.
Book Review: Saving Us by Katharine Hayhoe
"Saving Us," is the first book I read this year. I'm glad I did because I found it inspiring on many different levels. As I mentioned earlier, this is a daunting subject for me, and I often feel like I've got little say on the issue of climate change.
Book Review: Why Is There Suffering?
When it comes to one of the big questions in life, like, "Why is there suffering?" the answers are never straightforward. If anything, I've found the answers to be frustrating and sometimes downright insulting. (read more)