Finally, a war worth fighting

Finally, a war worth fighting

I hate war. It’s costly and most of the time, not worth fighting. But here is one war I can get behind. The War of Art Two authors, many centuries apart, wrote The Art of War, attributed to Sun-Tzu, in about the 5th century B.C., in China, and The War of Art, by...
Are you drifting, sifting, or gifting?

Are you drifting, sifting, or gifting?

Parents used to warn their children when a drifter came to town. Drifters seemed to congregate down by the railroad tracks. Today, drifters seem to be everywhere. You may be a drifter yourself, moving from one thing to another without a clear purpose or overall plan....
Why is it so hard to change a habit?

Why is it so hard to change a habit?

You want to change a habit. But so far, you haven’t been able to make significant change, even though you’ve listened to the podcasts and the audio books. Why not? Center your actions in want, not should. I talk with men every day who want to change their...
Write it. Read it. Do it.

Write it. Read it. Do it.

You’ve heard the old saying: “If you can see it, you can do it.” Writing helps you see what’s in your head. So write it — and do it. Just 5 minutes. In just 5 minutes, you can write a lot. Try it. Pull out a wafer-sliced piece of tree...
What do you want to learn today?

What do you want to learn today?

Tired of the same old? Learn something new today. Here’s how. How did I get here? First, ask yourself this question. Whether you are struggling in a relationship, feeling bored, or just kind of blah blah blah, it’s easy to get lost in the weeds and...
Blink and it’s over. Don’t wait

Blink and it’s over. Don’t wait

The whistle blows before you’re ready. Blink and your opportunity has passed — unless you listen and make a plan for action. As long as you know. If you are happy with your life, don’t let me rain on your parade. Maybe you feel comfortable letting...