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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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The Power of Meaning | Emily Esfahani-Smith
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The Power of Meaning | Emily Esfahani-Smith

By Tim McCarthy

January 31, 2018

Editor’s Note:   Like so many of the articles I share, this one came to me via www.dailygood.org , a wonderful website whose messages I receive every morning.  My “search...
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Invictus
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Invictus

By William Ernest Henley

January 31, 2018

Out of the night that covers me,       Black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be       For my unconquerable soul.   In the fell clutch...
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Egypt Road
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Egypt Road

By Migos

December 29, 2017

John Zingg and I played music together in college and were close friends during tumultuous times.  Since retiring a year ago, John works on his music with daily discipline.  His...
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Rush to Judgement
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Rush to Judgement

By Tim McCarthy

November 30, 2017

Let’s face it, we all rush to judgment at times. On the little, every day and momentary things – it is incessant. That perfume makes me gag.  That person’s too...
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December Cartoon
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December Cartoon

By Tim McCarthy

November 30, 2017

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A Christmas Song | Dave Matthews Band
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A Christmas Song | Dave Matthews Band

By Dave Matthews Band

November 30, 2017

Editor’s note:  In the spirit of Christmas, I’ll share this updated version of “Love, Love, Love”. Lyric:  Father up above, why in all this anger do you fill me up...
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Money and the Meaning of Life | Bill Taylor
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Money and the Meaning of Life | Bill Taylor

By Tim McCarthy

November 30, 2017

Editor’s note: Alice and I have been what can be described in this country as poor and we now fit the description of rich.  And in both cases, I’ve worried...
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The Difference Between Open-Minded and Close-Minded People
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The Difference Between Open-Minded and Close-Minded People

By Tim McCarthy

September 29, 2017

Editor’s Note: Thanks to Stewart Kohl and to www.farnamstreetblog.com for sharing this wonderful article. SEPTEMBER 18, 2017 | Original Article Why is it that some people seem to make constant...
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James Joyce
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James Joyce

By James Joyce

August 31, 2017

Mistakes are the portals of discovery. -James Joyce
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Do You Realize??
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Do You Realize??

By The Flaming Lips

August 31, 2017

Favorite Lyric: And instead of saying all of your goodbyes, let them know You realize that life goes fast It's hard to make the good things last You realize the...
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