The Devil You Know
The adage “better the devil you know than the devil you don’t” encapsulates a common human tendency to prefer familiar challenges over unfamiliar ones. This inclination is deeply…
The Double Standard of Weight Comments: Why Criticizing Thinness Seems More Acceptable Than Criticizing Fatness
In our society, commenting on someone’s weight is a sensitive issue. Interestingly, remarks about being “too skinny” often seem more socially acceptable than comments about being “fat.” Both…
How Do You Measure Up? Comparing Yourself to the Pros
We often look at professionals – chefs, athletes, singers, writers, and more – as being in a league of their own. After all, they’ve trained, dedicated their lives…
When “Valuable” Turns into “Costly”: The Hidden Price of Holding On
We’ve all done it – held onto something because we believed it still had value. Maybe it was an old couch, a broken appliance, or a pile of…
“That’s Not My Job”: The Mindset That Holds Us Back
In workplaces, families, and even social situations, there comes a moment when something needs to be done, and someone responds with, “That’s not my job.” On the surface,…
The Pitfalls of Being a Business Owner: Challenges and Lessons
Being your own boss is rewarding and genuinely hard. Knowing the common traps in advance is half of avoiding them. Thin cash flow is a leading threat to…
The Hidden Risks of Offering Friends and Family Discounts in Business
Offering friends and family discounts might seem like a thoughtful gesture – it shows generosity and goodwill, right? But for business owners, this practice can quickly become a…
Pride: A Double-Edged Sword
Pride is a complex and powerful emotion that plays a significant role in shaping our identity and behavior. It can inspire us to aim higher, foster a sense…
Learning Beyond the Lecture Hall: Why College is About More Than Academics
When people think about college, they often focus on the classroom – the lectures, exams, and coursework that make up the academic side of higher education. While this…
On Your Mark, Get Set, Go: The Power of Starting with Intention
The phrase “On your mark, get set, go” is often associated with races, where runners prepare themselves mentally and physically before launching into action. But this simple sequence…