How to Know If Your Confirmation Bias Blinds You
We all think we’re smart. We all think that our perspective is more complete and more insightful than those who…
You Want Praise, Not Feedback
One of the more fascinating human actions is asking for feedback. People ask frequently, “What do you think of….” But…
Master Craftsmen
There once was a sword-maker who wanted to be known as the greatest craftsman of his time. To that end,…
Why You Hate Others and They Hate You
Democrats hate Republicans. Republicans hate Democrats. The political hate the apolitical and vice versa. The religious hate atheists. Atheists hate…
Unnecessary Protection: How to Deal with Perceived Threats vs. Real Threats
It’s natural to protect ourselves. The world is scary and there are real threats out there. Unfortunately, we spend far…
Let’s Talk About Politics and Religion!
Oh no, here we go! “I know, I can scan this article really quickly to find out what side of…
An Elephant Is Not A Dog: Don’t Try to Be Who You Aren’t
An elephant wanted to go for a ride in his master’s car, so he tried to convince his master that…
The Choking Camper: When the Help We Want Isn’t the Help We Need
Once, a man who was camping woke up early in the morning coughing and shaking violently. He was having a terrible…
Monopolizing the Truth: Live the Advice You Give to Others
Once, a mother came to a counselor and asked him to tell her son to stop eating sugar. The counselor…
The Zapper: Letting Go of the Things That Harm Us
On a special occasion, a young man was given a toy called the “zapper.” The zapper seemed like a fun…