Tag Archives: kindness

I think I’m too old to give advice to young people

Posted on December 5, 2018 by

I still remember when I was 10 years old and excitedly told my grandmother that I had bought my first 45 (rpm record), Blue Suede Shoes by Elvis Presley. I was 10; she was 75. She not only didn’t seem … Continue reading →

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Running and cycling races in enchanting Bhutan

Posted on December 1, 2018 by

If you’re looking for a cycling race or a road race that challenges you physically, boy, does Bhutan have some races for you. And if you’re looking for a cycling or running destination race that takes you to one of … Continue reading →

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How to lead a good life, from an unlikely source

Posted on November 15, 2018 by

There’s no doubt about it, we’re not all going to agree on what constitutes a “good life”. Some people will measure a good life in terms of good health, some in terms of their wealth, some in terms of the strength … Continue reading →

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How to Give ‘Feedback’ to Anyone

Posted on November 8, 2018 by

Originally posted on Cynthia Reyes :
A team member, working on a project with me years ago, had seen me give feedback to others.  She noticed that I always pointed out ‘the positives’ before getting to what needed improvement, and especially…

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BETO O’ROURKE

Posted on October 24, 2018 by

Originally posted on Tea and Toast with Kindness:
beto o’rourke did something stupefying jaw dropping awe inspiring did I hear him right? my husband says yes, i did lately i’ve been having fantasies of decency but this was real mr.…

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Go-go, go-slow, or no-go?

Posted on October 13, 2018 by

Go-go, go-slow, or no-go? This might be the question you ask yourself as you wake up on a weekend morning after a late night, knowing that you have lots to accomplish before the day is out. How am I feeling? … Continue reading →

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Thinking about how people impact our lives

Posted on October 8, 2018 by

Today is Thanksgiving Day in Canada and, as Canadians, we have much to be thankful for. This day alone is a gift to be thankful for here in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Calm, crisp, sunny, and brilliantly decorated with the splendor … Continue reading →

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