“Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another and feeling with the heart of another.” ~ Alfred Adler What if this were happening to me? I believe this is a crucial question for leaders to ask when engaging with their team members. It unlocks Read more…
I have a quiet, mellow nature. It is often mistaken for shyness. We use these words interchangeably. If I am quiet, then I must be shy. Or if I am shy, then I am quiet. Right? Not necessarily. It turns out that I am an introvert which is often misconstrued Read more…
Forgiveness is a funny thing. It warms the heart and cools the sting. ~ William Arthur Ward I remember feeling hurt by a friend or one of my brothers as a kid. The predominant thought and reactive saying was, “I forgive you, but I will not forget what you have Read more…
“So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12 “Your necklace is beautiful,” I said while gazing at a glass teardrop hanging on a simple black string around my friend’s neck. It was Read more…
“Continuity gives us roots; change gives us branches, letting us stretch and grow and reach new heights.” —Pauline R. Kezer Change is inevitable. Seasons change. Technology changes. Processes change. Leaders change. People change. Sooner or later, everything changes. Presently, my life seems to be filled with change. I have the opportunity Read more…
I’m feeling some kinda way about cancer right now. It’s really hitting close to home. This year began with a friend posting on Facebook that he was in hospice care. His battle with cancer was coming to an end. He passed away in August … just days before his birthday. Read more…
I witnessed something amazing this weekend. A ribbon cutting ceremony for a newly remodeled neighborhood park. The best part is … it is my neighborhood park. This excites me. I witnessed the slow decline if not decaying of my city. Vacant homes. Barren neighborhoods. Desolate streets. Now I get to Read more…
My first encounter with a difficult person really baffled me. I was shocked by his sudden display of anger and belligerent behavior. I was paralyzed and dumbfounded. The meeting could not end soon enough. I gathered my notebook and hurried to my car. I was a short distance, just two Read more…
“Friends are the family you choose for yourself” ~ unknown Like most, I’ve met people in school, church and work. I’ve even met people at social engagements and networking events. And let’s not forgot my neighborhood. Some of those encounters were a quick hello and good bye. Others were Read more…