Did you ever play the telephone game? If you haven't, it's when a group of people pass on a phrase or words to the people next to them, passing it down the line. When it gets to the last person, they say it aloud so everyone can see how much it's changed. … [Read more...]
The Conspiracy Theorists and Liars of Our World
The world seems like it's drowning in conspiracy theories these days. Every where you look, there's a new one popping up and it's more outlandish than the last. We all know that they're untruths, so why do so many people fall for them? … [Read more...]
When the Facade Falls Away
There are no shortage of opinions these days. Give someone a soapbox from which to espouse their views and we'll never hear the end of them. Social media has given us this soapbox and it's been a terrifying enlightening experience...to say the least. … [Read more...]
How to Spot a Hater
Haters have always been among us, but doesn't it seem like there are a lot more of them lately? I don't know if there are more haters, or just that for various reasons, they're feeling emboldened enough to crawl out of the woodwork. … [Read more...]
A Line Has Been Drawn in the Sand. Choose Your Side.
I've been doing a great deal of deep thinking about all that's happening in the world right now. For a while, I avoided this intense reflection, because I was afraid of what I might discover -- not really about myself, but about the world itself. … [Read more...]
Know Thyself
One of my friends called me the other day and it was clear right off the bat he was annoyed. The source of his agitation is one that has become all too common -- social media. And like many, he was left feeling stressed by the situation. … [Read more...]