Ever find yourself trying to sound diplomatic or softening your message with a thousand words? Imagine a kid chasing a baseball into a busy street and the dad saying, “Well, you might want to slow down and rethink that son…” as the cars are screeching to a halt. ...

Years ago, I studied a form of Karate called Gōjū-ryū, which means “hard and soft.” This duality fascinated me. On one hand, the martial art was about sharp, decisive movements; on the other, fluid, adaptable ones. Strength and flexibility in perfect harmony. ...

Picture this: A seasoned chief detective hands off a critical surveillance operation to a junior assistant. With a steady gaze and an encouraging nod, the chief says, “Keep me posted.”  It’s simple, clear, and—most importantly—trusting. In that moment, the chief...

During a speech by Wes Jackson, a visionary leader in sustainable agriculture and co-founder of The Land Institute, someone in the audience asked, “What can we do to solve all these big, overwhelming problems you’ve described?” Without missing a beat, Wes replied,...

My musician friend Ken Bernstein told this story about a heartfelt holiday party discussion. One by one, people shared their aspirations for the coming year, and a theme emerged: "Let the light shine through me."  The Holiday Party Insight This simple goal...