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The Paradox of Power – Weakness Isn’t Virtue
Power corrupts, so does lack of power.
Weakness isn’t virture.
The paradox of power is it grows when it’s shared and shrinks when it’s hoarded.
Discomfort with power is contentment with weakness.
Power is the ability to get something done.
Embrace power responsibly.
Expand power ethically. Here’s how…
7 Small Acts of Defiance
Small acts of defiance, like the murder of a watch, build an oasis of control. My smart watch died a quiet death on the table by my bed. It hasn’t buzzed or beeped… Continue reading
The Power of the Weak
Power silences dissent. But uncontested decisions are weak. People nod when they disagree to put food on their table until organizational cupboards are bare. That’s what happened to Ford Motor Company a few… Continue reading
How Energy Increases, Strength Grows, and the Seduction of Doing Easy Things is Resisted
You don’t find strength while snoozing in a hammock or snacking at the movies. Expand potential by doing things that require energy and strength. Strength rises when you do hard things. No challenge… Continue reading
The 7 Impossibilities of Gratitude
Gratitude makes many bad things impossible. The 7 impossibilities of gratitude: #1. Worry. You can’t worry and be grateful in the same moment. Don’t worry about overcoming worry. Just notice and acknowledge benefit… Continue reading