One of the great things about having a public forum like this blog is that it can sometimes be cathartic and sage advice for me, addressing my many flaws, as much as it (hopefully) is time well spent for the audience. So, without further delay, let’s get going. We all do it, even though weContinue reading “Let Go of What You Can’t Control And Take Action on What You Can”
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The Digital Soapbox and Why Some Can’t Resist Commenting (and Arguing) Online
Do you want another avenue of insight, entertainment, and maybe even enjoy a few laughs? Do a deep (or shallow) dive into an online comment section where the forum ranges from insightful comments to a sparring match with more punches thrown between combatants than every Rocky movie combined. The digital landscape has irrevocably changed howContinue reading “The Digital Soapbox and Why Some Can’t Resist Commenting (and Arguing) Online”
Understanding Our Fear of Hope
Hope is a powerful force. It drives us to keep going when things feel impossible, offering a glimpse of a better future, even in our darkest moments. But paradoxically, hope can also be something we fear. For many of us, the idea of hoping for better things can trigger anxiety, disappointment, and vulnerability. What ifContinue reading “Understanding Our Fear of Hope”
Bleeding the Team Colors and the Psychology of the Rabid Sports Fan
It’s playoff season in the NBA and NHL, and the passion of those fans whose team qualified for the postseason has escalated into the stratosphere. The roar of the crowd, the sea of team colors, the elaborate costumes – for those outside the fervent world of die-hard sports fans, the intensity surrounding the major professionalContinue reading “Bleeding the Team Colors and the Psychology of the Rabid Sports Fan”
The First-Timer versus The Regular and Learning the Unspoken Rules
Every bar or restaurant has its rhythm, cast of characters, and unwritten rules. You won’t find the rules posted on the wall or printed on the menu, but break one, and you’ll feel it in the sudden silence or the cold glance from a regular who is perched at their sacred spot. Walk into aContinue reading “The First-Timer versus The Regular and Learning the Unspoken Rules”
How to Forgive Yourself and Let Go of Guilt
Forgiving yourself can feel like one of the hardest things to do, especially when you’re burdened by guilt or shame. Before we go further, it should be noted that regret, which we discussed a few weeks ago, and forgiveness are two different things. If you are like me, you may have moments when you dwellContinue reading “How to Forgive Yourself and Let Go of Guilt”
A Writer’s Guide to Taking Feedback Without Falling Apart
Professional writers are a sensitive and protective lot, and there’s nothing quite like the gut-punch of an email that says, “We made a few edits.” Even after decades of writing and editing, I still feel it sometimes—that little flutter of anxiety, the subtle sting to the ego. For most of us who take pride inContinue reading “A Writer’s Guide to Taking Feedback Without Falling Apart”
The Unwritten Rule of the Barstool and Why We All Sit in the Same Spots
Walk into any bar with a U-shaped counter—like the one I often sit at while working—and you’ll likely notice something strange: Most of the barstools are empty. But at one end, a tight pack of regulars is gathered like old friends around a campfire. They greet each other by name, laugh at inside jokes, andContinue reading “The Unwritten Rule of the Barstool and Why We All Sit in the Same Spots”
How to Heal When You Feel Unlovable
Sometimes, life feels like it’s conspiring against you, and the weight of rejection, disappointment, or even self-doubt convinces you that you are unlovable. The world may seem distant, and it’s easy to believe that no one could possibly love you or care about you the way you need. But even in the darkest moments, it’sContinue reading “How to Heal When You Feel Unlovable”
Why Motivation Won’t Save You (And What Actually Works)
Motivation is often viewed as the key to success. We’re told that if we can find that spark of inspiration, everything will fall into place. Yet, how many times have we felt motivated to start something—only to lose that drive just a few days or weeks later? The truth is, relying solely on motivation isContinue reading “Why Motivation Won’t Save You (And What Actually Works)”
John Berkovich Talks 