If you were to ask a child ‘what do you want to be as an adult?’ I highly doubt you’ll hear something like “When I grow up I want to be an alcoholic,” or “I want to be a slave to my job because I’m a workaholic.” It’s very unlikely you’ll ever meet someone who wants to have an addiction, so why do … [Read more...]
The Darwin Awards
The Darwin Awards are my guilty pleasure. I love the stories they offer for conversation and, to be honest, they make me feel a little bit better about myself. I don’t mean this in the Jerry Springer appeal way – although it is – but they are a great reminder that no matter how dumb I may be or … [Read more...]
3 Tips for New Years
For New Years Last month I joined a business group called BNI, which is a collection of people representing close to thirty different professions. It’s pretty cool going to my weekly meetings and seeing a parking lot full of Mercedes, BMWs and Fords... I saved the best for last... at least that … [Read more...]
God Bless Us Everyone
Tis the season for Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, and the plethora of movie and TV takes on it. My favourites include Scrooged with Bill Murray, The Muppets Christmas Carol (love the music), and the Blackadder’s Christmas Carol (this takes the reverse approach where Scrooge starts nice and … [Read more...]
I Need Your Help
When has someone touched your heart by doing something surprisingly kind? (Tip: this is a great question to ask others, especially when you’re looking for conversations at holiday parties and dinners) This question forms the basis for my next book, Good Samaritans: Stories of People Making a … [Read more...]
My Christmas Advice
My advice this Christmas is to laugh. I know it sounds simple, but sometimes we forget to simply laugh at our mistakes and the silly things that happen to us. Instead of getting angry at someone for something dumb they’ve done, try laughing. Instead of getting mad at yourself for making a … [Read more...]
Are you a good person? (a test)
Are you a good person? Most people say they’re a good person, but... um... no, unless your definition is simply: “I’m good because I don’t steal... except music and movies... oh, and I cheat on my taxes, but who doesn’t? I also haven’t killed anyone, so I’m a good person.” If this is your … [Read more...]
The Worst Person I’ve Met in a Long Time
Last week I was introduced to the worst person I’ve met in a long time. Guess what he does for a living? He’s a pastor. Oddly enough, the day before I was introduced to one of the best people I’ve met in a long time. Guess what he does for a living? He’s also a pastor. This pastor greeted my … [Read more...]
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