Have you ever noticed that whenever little kids draw adults, they usually include big nostrils? There’s a reason for that. Think about a kid’s perspective. When they’re about three feet tall, and they look up an adult that’s five or six feet tall . . . what do they see? Nostrils. Big nostrils. When they’re […]
Perspective
Do We Need a New Definition of Success?
I’ve never known any kid who said, “When I grow up, I want to be a complete failure.” Everybody wants to be successful. We all go through life hoping to achieve something. We want to leave a mark, and make a contribution. We want to make a dent in the world. I’ve met a lot […]
The Myth of Self-Help Books
I’m a sucker for self-help books. It’s my favorite section at Barnes & Noble. Maybe it’s because they all promise solutions to everything I struggle with. Fitness, relationships, communication, success – according to the titles, everything I need is right there. I shouldn’t complain – that’s usually the section where my books are found. But […]