The Stonecutter and Latent Potential
“When nothing seems to help, I go and look at a stonecutter hammering away at his rock perhaps a hundred times without as much as a crack...
Planting Seeds
Growing the Habit, Growing the Craft Over the past few weeks, I’ve been thinking about my writing habit. I’ve come to enjoy my morning...
Differently, Repeatedly, Honestly, Slowly, Wisely, and Carefully
Change Doing things differently. Making small adjustments. Experimenting. Optimizing. Taking small bets. Consistently. Over time. This...
Notes from the Chaplain
A couple of months ago, I was given permission to go into the blocks and visit the guys in our jail. It was a great way to connect with...
For the Love, Joy, Peace, and Patience of Writing
For the Love of Writing I love the habit of writing. Every day, I have a routine that leads to a blank notepad and a blank computer...
Regrets and Restoration
As jail chaplain, I have the opportunity to spend time with a lot of guys who have a lot of time to reflect on their lives. This week, I...
Forehands, Double Spacing, and Dunning Kruger
Let’s Get Fired Up What fires you up? What gets you excited just thinking about it? What is the vision you have for your future? These...
In Search of the 5%
“Inspiration is for amateurs - the rest of us just show up and get to work.” Chuck Close, from his interview published in Inside the...
Building an Identity for Success
Changing My Identity After twenty years at the elementary and junior high level, I had the opportunity to take a position teaching high...
The Miracle of Talent
Pursuing the New Two weeks ago, I challenged you to “pursue the new.” I encouraged you to dream of something important, make an...
