Chris Voss discusses detaching from the outcome in his book “Never Split The Difference.” It’s one of the keys that grounds him while in volatile hostage negotiations. Detaching from the outcome is a combination of Stephen Covey’s principle seek first to understand then to be understood and setting healthy boundaries. Meaning, once you’ve understood someone…

Risk, both accepted and when ignored. It’s easier to say no to risk when dressed in veils of ignorance. It’s easier to say no to risk when intoxicated by inaction. It’s easier to say no to risk when fearful. It’s easier to say no to risk when loss is a possibility. It’s easier to say…

If you ever find yourself drifting over the edge of confidence to cascade down to arrogance remember: The amount of time between dawn and dusk is a signal to start certain biological changes in plants. Because of that fact, spinach can’t be bred near the equator because the days are never long enough to initiate…

Small actions lead to impactful change. Motivated not by personal gain but because it’s what’s right. There’s a need for your voice too. Photo by Marvin van Beek on Unsplash.

If you’ve watched the news lately, you’ve likely seen the “House of Horrors” recap where the heartbreaking tale of an abusive home is brought to light. Thankfully, one of the abused children, at age 17, escaped and involved authorities. But why, after 17 years in this hell, did she decide to act? It seems like…