“Fail often, hard, and fast. Seek it out. If you are failing that means you are operating at your highest limits. It means you are trying things that aren’t “easy” and that is how you will grow and get better.” I came across these quotes yesterday and they really struck me. Often, we view failure […]
self help
The Discipline of Gratitude and Paying it Forward
I had my German friends over last night to experience an American Thanksgiving. One offered to bring cabbage. Another said she would bring peanut butter, because “it’s so American.” I made pumpkin pie, sweet potato pie, stuffing, roasted cauliflower, brussels sprouts and cranberry bars. I even preordered a turkey breast from the farmers’ market! I […]
Alice
“I can’t believe that!” said Alice. “Can’t you?” the Queen said in a pitying tone. “Try again: draw a long breath, and shut your eyes.” Alice laughed. “There’s no use trying,” she said: “one can’t believe impossible things.” “I daresay you haven’t had much practice,” said the Queen. “When I was your age, I always […]