Developing an Approach to Counseling
Summary Human beings share a desire to belong, to contribute, and to make a meaningful difference in the world. While people share a desire to grow and fulfill our potential, we often feel stuck. The process of moving from stuck to unstuck-and-progressing is a process of acknowledging what is and recognizing what can be. The intrinsic motivation to […]
Leading in times of uncertainty
No one person is leading others. We are all being lead by certain principles, values, and attributes. We share a common desire to live meaningful lives and for our families, businesses, and communities to be healthy and prosper. Yet, in times of uncertainty it’s easy to slip into fear and react instead of considering a […]
Beyond Difference: Acknowledging our shared culture
It is important to celebrate our heritage, be it cultural, ethnic or spiritual. It is also important to respect those of others. However, only acknowledging what makes us different from others, while ignoring the common source of life that connects us all, leads to divisiveness rather than harmony. Our true identity is to be found […]
Entrepreneur Spirit
The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore. ~ Vincent van Gogh Most of us will greet the New Year with at least some degree of uncertainty. Predicting where we will be in 5-10 years is increasingly difficult. Many […]
Together for The Common Good: Interview with Vern Ho
Remember the joy and love in our life as we take risks and continue to grow. -Vern Ho Vern Ho was a longtime friend, teacher and colleague. Vern was diagnosed with cancer in the spring of 1995. I interviewed Vern on October 28, 1995 regarding how his illness was affecting his personal life and work. […]