Flip Your Script

“Money represents lack. Money represents things in the past (debt) and things in the future (credit), but money never represents what is present.” – Daniel Suelo

Could you live without it?

My cursory search of the phrase to “Keep your nose clean” made references to generally staying away from trouble and evolved from the British way of saying keep one’s hands clean by avoiding masturbation.

I have made my own simple interpretation from my experience being a father of young children. You see, babies don’t know to blow their noses when stuffed so you have to squirt saline solution then suction all the gooey stuff out. Not fun but basic care that must be taken.

So I  started using saline for allergy symptoms then expanded to nightly in the dry winter months. For … Continue Reading

“What do you do?”

This question is most always asked in social situations here in America. It is a very loaded question. “Do” means  your occupation; what work you do to earn a paycheck. The answer immediately puts you in a strata; it defines your class and position, both economically and socially. The answer will usually determine if the conversation flourishes or falters.

I contrast this with the question asked in other parts of the world. You see, in other parts of the world, your business is just that: YOUR business. Only if you volunteer your occupation do people discuss it. The … Continue Reading

Great interview with Douglas Rushkoff,  the author of Life, Inc. discussing the loss of community in our corporatized world.

A friend of mine recently shared a quote with me (forgot the actual source) that has really made a profound difference in my life.
“How you do anything is how you do everything.”
Doesn’t make much sense when you first hear or read it, but look closer then think about your own actions in daily life and it really starts to make complete sense.

Since ever I’ve done things – everything – just above average. Not poor, not great, but good enough. I wouldn’t settle for mediocre, but nor would I strive for remarkable.

Now I’ve taken a step back to observe my work … Continue Reading