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I believe everyone harbors an inner critic. At least, I hope I’m not the only one. My inner critic speaks in my father’s voice. It tells me to do better; it convinces me that I am not enough; it admonishes me not to complain and…

I was very lucky to have a great roommate in college. Rick and I both joined the same fraternity where he ascended to become president and I, vice president.  We both were accounting majors. He ascended to the Big 8, while I joined small and…

How does one reach the pivotal moment that propels them into the next chapter of their life? For our guest today, that moment unfolded in a Starbucks, where Jeff Eamer stumbled upon a newspaper ad seeking volunteers for suicide prevention. Having battled his own demons…

As you all know, if you read the blogs, I host a monthly Zoom get-together.  Each month, a group of men sign in for one hour to share their thoughts on topics offered for discussion or whatever is on their minds at the time. There…

I’ve spent a good portion of my life seeking control: control over my career, money, family…life in general. I've given up on that worthless waste of time. Time has worn away the illusion that I control much more than what I put in my mouth…

I met a newly retired man at the gym the other day. He told me that he is trying to figure out 'who he is' now that his career in medicine is over. I let his question hang in the air for a few moments…

As I have mentioned, I am trying my hand at writing short stories. After finishing one, I submitted it to publications in hopes of sharing it with the world. The other day, I received my first rejection letter! Surprisingly, it was a cause for celebration.…