Empathy First

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I’ve been through some recent tumultuous events that made me more volatile around those I love, and in an attempt to learn new tools to manage that volatility, I’m a student all over again. Here’s a simple overview of pattern recognition skills I am trying to develop in order to ensure I get a handle on my reactions in moments …

Sympathy For The Sloth

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On my morning bike ride, I pass a number of homes that like to go all out on the holiday decorations. Holiday decor never been my bag, although I have fond memories of making a paper mache spider one Halloween long ago with my daughter, and crafting a DIY piñata with a couple of toddlers certainly made for one of …