Tag Archives: respect
Don’t Overstay Your Welcome
Staying at a cocktail party too long may indicate you’re having a great time, but it can be inconsiderate to the host. If the host indicated an ending time on the invite, that means it’s time to leave when that … Continue reading
Treat everyone like they’re an expert
Before I started the list, I thought I was curious, but I’ve come to realize I never asked the right questions. Every person has something to teach you. You have to treat people with the respect their knowledge deserves. This … Continue reading
Wisdom
Boxer Mike Tyson famously said, “Everybody has a plan, until they get punched ….” Punches are inevitable. But I do believe I’ve learned some universal truths that might soften the blows. They are: Show up for people. Be gentle with … Continue reading
Cultivating Patience
Having patience means being able to wait calmly in the face of frustration or adversity, so anywhere there is frustration or adversity—i.e., nearly everywhere—we have the opportunity to practice it. It seems there are everyday ways to build patience as … Continue reading
Real Life Rants
RANT to the northern lights for only showing up at night when most of us are asleep. It would be much more convenient if they showed up in the middle of the day. RANT to people who either ignore or can’t … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 