Insoucism 
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Insoucism 

"n. The inability to decide how much sympathy your situation deserves, knowing that so many people have it far worse and others far better, that some people would need years of therapy to overcome what you have, while others would barely think to mention it in their diary that day."

Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows

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Working in Pain
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Working in Pain

Tragedy never follows a schedule, and it never comes at a convenient time. You could be at work one day, and you get that call that forever changes your life. The workplace does have a role in supporting someone going through a painful chapter in their life. Life is hard, but we can do hard things with community support. You may know about a colleague's pain or not; either way, be kind. Here's my story.

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My Favorite Planet
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My Favorite Planet

I don’t have much wisdom or insights to offer on Earth day. This really is not an area of expertise for me. What I will say is this, we live on a really cool planet. I’m willing to do the work to figure out how we can get better at living on it. Here are some photos I’ve taken over the years of places I hope you’ll get to visit one day if you have not already. Enjoy!

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On Your Worst Day
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On Your Worst Day

I think it’s important that we also take the time to recognize that in some circumstances, defeat is inevitable and we need to reckon with it. You can be a great leader and still lose. As a person of faith, this memory is appropriate on Good Friday. I hope it is for you as well.

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Why I Bought A Gun
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Why I Bought A Gun

"Hey buddy, how was school today?" I ask my son as he gets into the car. At the time, my son was in Kindergarten, and I have expected him to tell me about a station he enjoyed playing at or something funny, one of his friends said.

"Good, Dad, we had a lockdown drill today."

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Smoky Kashmiri Spiced Wings
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Smoky Kashmiri Spiced Wings

Hey, so in the spirit of my last post; I’m going to put myself out there a bit and share a recipe. This is a bit of a break from my usual content, but this is also a blog about hospitality and I can think of no better snack to share with guests when they come over for a visit. Hope you give these a try.

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Yes… Take that chance
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Yes… Take that chance

Lessons here, listen to your wife and swing for the fence. If you enjoy doing something, share your talent. Take that chance!

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Making Space
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Making Space

In light of the attack that occurred on Friday at the Dar Al-Tawheed Islamic Centre in Mississauga, I’d like to share a story I wrote nearly seven years ago. I realize there is an ongoing investigation taking place, so I don’t want to pretend I understand the entire context. However, violence like this experienced by some in the Muslim community is a reminder that we have a lot of work to do. I believe the story I’d like to share here represents the Canada we need to become.

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Fight Like Heaven
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Fight Like Heaven

There is a different phrase we could use. It's not as marketable as "Fight like Hell," but I think it has the power to make a difference. Let's try "Let's fight like Heaven."

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There Are No Extras
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There Are No Extras

Years ago, I was in Juarez, Mexico, along the Rio Grande and the US and Mexican border. While I was there, I took a photo of the area, and as I snapped the photo, something unintended happened…

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The Picard Maneuvers
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The Picard Maneuvers

If you were to ask me which leader I admire the most, I might surprise you because, without a doubt, the leader I aspire to be is fictional. Of all the leaders I aspire to be like, it is Jean-Luc Picard , Captain of the starship Enterprise…

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Ukraine, Thinking of You
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Ukraine, Thinking of You

…I'm not an expert in foreign policy. I don't know the history, and I don't know where this will go. But I find myself asking myself, how does it feel to be in one of those cars?

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Cooking & Cast Iron
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Cooking & Cast Iron

The sound of meat searing against a hot cast iron pan is exceptionally gratifying. It starts with a distinct hiss and then transforms into the sound of applause…

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Pass the Mujadara
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Pass the Mujadara

I'm an explorer at heart. My hope for you today is that if you have the chance to sit down and enjoy a meal and conversation with someone different from you, you seize the opportunity. The world will open up and become a bigger place.

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Dear Parent: Your Son or Daughter works with me.
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Dear Parent: Your Son or Daughter works with me.

Dear Parent,

Likely, we'll never meet, but your son or daughter works for me. I realize you probably don't spend a great deal of time thinking about who your child works for, but I'd like you to know a few things about the kind of workplace I aspire to lead…

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Tuning for Black History Month
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Tuning for Black History Month

February is Black History month in the United States and Canada. A fantastic opportunity to celebrate Black History. If our Canadian culture is a symphony, heritage months are like solos.

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Travel God
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Travel God

The world we live in today makes us ask questions about nearly everything about our identity. For people of faith, there's a real fear of moving beyond what they were taught and learning to live in new philosophical and political landscapes.

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Love to the 22nd Century
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Love to the 22nd Century

Someday, in the early 22nd century, this head will wake up on a pillow in a very different world than the one we're living in today. It is possible that in that time, people may be facing similar challenges to the ones we're facing today. Perhaps even a worldwide pandemic.

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The Ones Who Go Before
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The Ones Who Go Before

…An hour later, you're at your bus stop. You're dressed for the cold, but at -40°, you'll only have a few minutes before the cold succeeds at penetrating your many layers of clothing. While you're standing alone in the dark, your only thoughts are of escaping these arctic conditions…

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