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Herman Melville
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Herman Melville

By Herman Melville

September 29, 2018

“Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most of the criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well-warmed, and well-fed."”       -Herman Melville
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10 Signs You Know What Matters | Steven C. Hayes Ph.D
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10 Signs You Know What Matters | Steven C. Hayes Ph.D

By Tim McCarthy

September 29, 2018

Editor’s comment: This is among the best articles I’ve ever shared.  The very idea that we “don’t find values, we choose them” is just explosive to me.  I read the...
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More or Less
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More or Less

By Jeff Shinabarger

August 29, 2018

Editor’s Comments:   I found this book in my stack waiting, perhaps for years.  I sadly cannot even remember who gave it to me.  I took and shot and was...
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Helen Keller
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Helen Keller

By Helen Keller

August 29, 2018

“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet.  Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired and success achieved.”       -Helen Keller
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While My Guitar Gently Weeps
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While My Guitar Gently Weeps

By George Harrison

July 27, 2018

Editor’s Comment:   The Beatles covered such a broad array of styles that my “fandom” is highly selective.  This, along with a half dozen others, is epic in my view;...
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July Cartoon
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July Cartoon

By Tim McCarthy

June 28, 2018

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5 ways your brain helps keep you alive | Jeff Stibel
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5 ways your brain helps keep you alive | Jeff Stibel

By Tim McCarthy

June 28, 2018

Editor’s comment:    Such a great reminder: that’s life’s grandest cures are as simple as life itself. Link to article
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What Was It Like
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What Was It Like

By Joan As Police Woman

June 28, 2018

Editor’s comment:  I was driving my 34 year old daughter to the airport to go home to Chicago.  She downloaded this song to my I-Tunes and said, “this makes me...
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Georges Clemenceau
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Georges Clemenceau

By Georges Clemenceau

June 28, 2018

"A man's life is interesting primarily when he has failed.... For it's a sign that he tried to surpass himself." - Georges Clemenceau
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Drama and Instincts
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Drama and Instincts

By Tim McCarthy

May 27, 2018

I am an avid follower of current events and yet learning the following facts surprised me: Armed conflict and casualties from war in our world have decreased 90% over the...
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The Physics of Vulnerability | Dr. Brene Brown
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The Physics of Vulnerability | Dr. Brene Brown

By Tim McCarthy

May 27, 2018

Editor’s comment:    I’ve written about Dr. Brown before. She is brave in her writing. Hope you enjoy.  Link to article
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Secure in my Insecurities
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Secure in my Insecurities

By Tim McCarthy

April 30, 2018

Note: Today’s theme is inspired by my friend, Dr. Mardy Grothe (drmardy.com). His blog last week ended with a suggestion for us “to think about what role insecurity has played...
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Birthplace
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Birthplace

By Flock of Dimes

April 30, 2018

Editor’s comment:   This month’s favorite is courtesy (again) of my daughter, Caitlin.  It gives me (and her) chills. Favorite lyric:  " You are a suitcase I never unpacked; I am...
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Dr. Mardy’s Quotes of the Week
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Dr. Mardy’s Quotes of the Week

April 30, 2018

Editor’s comment:   Dr. Mardy Grothe is a guy I’ve followed since seeing him as a Vistage speaker 20+ years ago. His Saturday night posts (last week is featured below)...
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The 10 Toughest Questions We Get | Bill Gates & Melinda Gates
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The 10 Toughest Questions We Get | Bill Gates & Melinda Gates

By Tim McCarthy

March 27, 2018

Editor’s comment:   I’m careful about famous heroes, it’s like they are just as flawed and vulnerable as I am.  But I do hold up a lot of people, both...
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More Expressions
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More Expressions

By Tim McCarthy

March 27, 2018

Last month I shared expressions that have guided me over time, then invited you all to share with me.  Some interesting responses follow. The “Bad”: “If it ain’t broke, don’t...
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Maya Angelou
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Maya Angelou

By Maya Angelou

March 27, 2018

"I do not represent blacks or tall women, or women or Samoans or Californians or Americans. Or rather I hope I do, because I am all those things. But that...
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Black Flags: The Rise of ISIS
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Black Flags: The Rise of ISIS

By Joby Warrick

March 27, 2018

Editor’s comment:   When this book was among Gates’ recommendations, I jumped at it.  I’ve never put together anything coherent about the jihadist movement until some things connected through this...
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Expressions That Have Helped Me Grow
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Expressions That Have Helped Me Grow

By Tim McCarthy

February 25, 2018

I’m a curious guy so I try to listen carefully for thoughts from others that might guide my actions.  I’ve always preferred learning from someone else’s pain rather than my...
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Eleanor Roosevelt
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Eleanor Roosevelt

By Eleanor Roosevelt

February 25, 2018

"No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." -Eleanor Roosevelt
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February Cartoon
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February Cartoon

By Tim McCarthy

January 31, 2018

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