Control The Controlables

Control The Controlables

It’s really easy to go through life frustrated. Especially if you try hard and take responsibility for things. People who always accomplish things are also frequently frustrated. “Why isn’t this working?” “Why is Bob so lazy?”...
Just Start

Just Start

Nearly 2 years ago I started a small community for people who read Associate’s Mind. No one was there. It was sad and hollow. I felt dumb for even creating it. Why would people want to be in there? But the community grew slowly over time. First a dozen people. Then...
A Criticism of Cynicism

A Criticism of Cynicism

That’s the classical etymological origin of the word cynic. Today most people define cynicism as an attitude or state of mind characterized by a general distrust of others’ motives.1https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cynicism_(contemporary). And if you spend...
W.A.I.T.

W.A.I.T.

I’ve always been amazed at people who are good listeners. I have a friend who is an amazing listener. When you’re speaking with him – it’s not a back and forth volley of conversation. He’s not waiting for his chance to speak. He’s...