How would you describe a good friend? Someone who cares for you, someone who shows up for you, someone who shared memories and time with you. And sometimes, you meet someone remarkable who literally changes the definition of a good friend. Cherish those people.

Where’s the apply to all setting? Kindness and curiosity, can I apply to all? Joy and excitement, can I apply to all? The beauty and hardship is that they must be chosen again every day.

“If everyone is completely on the same page and working in lockstep towards the same goals with no sense of confusion, then I suppose a lack of debate is a good sign.” – Patrick Lencioni, The Advantage. Echo chambers don’t yield breakthroughs. Yet, voicing an alternative perspective, questioning an approach, and voicing a concern, all…

A tree from a 10 ft view. A tree from a 100 ft view. A tree from a 1000 ft view A tree from a 10000 ft view. It’s not a daily occurrence to see a tree from a 10000 ft perspective. Perspective must be sought out.

A toast to celebrate. A space, friends and community to support you. An individual who maintains their independence.