The Problem With Coaching
The word 'coach' been around for centuries, and the practice for much longer. These days, coaching has developed a dark underbelly. Here’s how we can do more than simply expose it.
Spaghetti, Paperclip, or Reed?
Ways to respond to stress, told through three objects. Learn the difference between elasticity, plasticity, and resiliency and start becoming more reed-like.
Don’t Tell Me What To Do; Please Like Me!
If you've ever walked away from a social interaction mystified by what happened, here's a useful lens for understanding your reactions; and theirs, too.
Front Row Seat to Regret
My small confession about missed opportunities, hidden neurodivergence, and the hard road of learning to pay attention.
AI Coaches Can’t Do The One Thing You Need Most
We're all turning to AI coaches to help us think through problems. But these models fail in a few key ways, robbing you of true growth and meaningful connection.
Eat Your Own Dog Food
Do you like what you’re offering? Have you tried it? Why you must eat your own dog food, but also remember: you’re not a dog.
The Best Time to Floss Is When You’ll Actually Do It
Should you floss at night like the research says? Maybe. But here’s why morning flossing — or doing anything in your own way — can still lead to success.
What’s Your Tendency?
I’m back on the Check Your Thread podcast and this time there’s four of us discussing how expectations can mess with our crafts and other projects.