What Great Leaders Do Differently: A Personal Reflection on Leadership

A little over two months ago, I wrote a post about toxic leadership, sharing a definition and some of the destructive behaviors under that leadership style. After reading it, Brian from Writing from the Heart suggested that I write about the great leaders I’ve known—and how they stood apart from the toxic ones. Today, I … Continue reading What Great Leaders Do Differently: A Personal Reflection on Leadership →

Rockin’ Thursday LXXII

I read in The Economist today that Oasis, an English rock band formed in Manchester in 1991, is going back on tour. The article states, “On July 4th, Oasis, the greatest British band of their generation, will go on stage for the first time in 16 years.” It’s been a while since I’ve heard one of their … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday LXXII →

Book Review: Democracy In America

Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville was a heavy read, to put it mildly. Tocqueville visited the United States in 1831 to study the country. Initially, his focus was the prison system, but his study expanded to include the government structure and the socio-economic conditions of the country. Once he completed his research, he … Continue reading Book Review: Democracy In America →

Rockin’ Thursday LXXI

A quick commentary before introducing today’s song. So...Yesterday, someone didn’t know that English is the official language of Liberia. After all, the country was founded as part of an American project to relocate African Americans and Afro-Caribbeans from the U.S. to Africa during the American Civil War.1 History matters more than we think. We all … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday LXXI →

52 Summers

On AgingWhen you see me sitting quietly,Like a sack left on the shelf,Don’t think I need your chattering.I’m listening to myself.Hold! Stop! Don’t pity me!Hold! Stop your sympathy!Understanding if you got it,Otherwise I’ll do without it!When my bones are stiff and aching,And my feet won’t climb the stair,I will only ask one favor:Don’t bring me … Continue reading 52 Summers →

Rockin’ Thursday LXX

Tomorrow we celebrate Independence Day in the U.S., and even though we’re struggling a bit, we must continue to protect our freedoms by getting educated on important issues, assessing what politicians have to offer, and voting accordingly. That is our duty, and we cannot delegate this important task. Staying uninformed, not voting, or voting without … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday LXX →

It’s Not Complicated—Unless You Make It: My Thoughts on Male-Female Friendships Part 2

Last week, I mentioned an article titled Can Men and Women Just Be Friends? that I was planning to read, and I gave my answer to the question without having read the article. I said that my perspective is: No, if you see women as objects. But Yes, if you see them as equals. Well, … Continue reading It’s Not Complicated—Unless You Make It: My Thoughts on Male-Female Friendships Part 2 →

Rockin’ Thursday LXIX

Yesterday, I wrote a post about friendship, so I figured that a song about what it means to be a friend would be a nice addition for today’s Rockin’ Thursday. I found several songs about friendship—With a Little Help from My Friends by The Beatles, Lean on Me by Bill Withers, and I’ll Be There for You by The Rembrandts … Continue reading Rockin’ Thursday LXIX →

It’s Not Complicated—Unless You Make It: My Thoughts on Male-Female Friendships

Can Men and Women Just Be Friends? What a great question, and perfect for a WordPress prompt. It’s the title of an article I haven’t read yet, but I’m going to answer it anyway. Later this week, I’ll read the article and see if my response aligns with its content. I took a quick peek, … Continue reading It’s Not Complicated—Unless You Make It: My Thoughts on Male-Female Friendships →

When Politicians Use Christianity as a Prop

There is a lot going on in the U.S., and now in the Middle East with the conflict there, which seems to be expanding, especially after today’s attacks. Carl Von Clausewitz, a Prussian general and military theorist, said that "war is a continuation of politics by other means.” That is exactly what is happening in … Continue reading When Politicians Use Christianity as a Prop →