I’ve worked in a number of different jobs throughout my life and worn many hats along the way. I’ve dipped my toes into the harsh cold world of commercial construction. I’ve climbed sketchy ladders and put my life on the line for the sake of painting an old grandma’s rotting fascia. I have pushed myself […]
Most of you have probably heard the ancient Greek story of Icarus. If you haven’t heard of it, here’s a quick summary: A father gives his son, Icarus, wings made of wax and feathers. He warns him about flying too close to the sun because it will cause the wings to melt. Icarus ignores his […]
Last week while playing against the Milwaukee Bucks, Kevin Durant of the Golden State Warriors lost all control. After receiving his first technical foul for vulgarity towards the referee. He had another drive to the hoop in which he thought he was fouled once again but this time decided to get right in the face […]
In the world of psychotherapy, there is a practice known as Exposure Therapy. This is a common exercise for treating many anxiety disorders and phobias that people are plagued with. These can be simple things like the fear of shaking someone’s hand or, more commonly seen, the fear of public speaking. As a means of […]
This Friday I want to dig into the ideas presented by Sebastian Junger in Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging. In an attempt to follow the authors lead, I will be as brief and succinct as possible (the book is roughly 150 pages, but packed with valuable insights). Whether you are finding yourself concerned about the […]