Tom 11/12/23 Tom 11/12/23

The Matrix is Real and There Are Many of Them

Breaking free from collective delusion.

Tom 11/4/23 Tom 11/4/23

The Things They Can't Sell You

You may never hear about the dramatic, positive benefits readily available solutions can have on your well-being and happiness because they don’t have a marketing budget.

Tom 10/27/23 Tom 10/27/23

The Hidden Value of Emotional Labor in the Modern Workplace

Emotional labor is a concept that may have escaped your notice.

Tom 10/20/23 Tom 10/20/23

Travel Adventures and Dreams: 3 For You and 3 For Me

With my adventures temporarily on hold as I train my adorable puppy, it’s time to break out the travel porn.

Tom 10/15/23 Tom 10/15/23

Progress Check 2: Fitness at Forty: Shreddin' Time

I am two months into my 3-month shreddin’ effort.

Tom 10/13/23 Tom 10/13/23

What Are Thoughts?

I confess I do not know the answer.

Tom 10/6/23 Tom 10/6/23

Meet Nappy

A funny thing happened on my journey to enlightenment and eternal glory.

Tom 9/28/23 Tom 9/28/23

You Never Arrive

Happiness is not an end game. It’s a lifestyle.

Tom 9/22/23 Tom 9/22/23

Next-Level Habit Formation

“If You Can Master Suffering, You Can Just as Easily Master Joy.”

Tom 9/17/23 Tom 9/17/23

Progress Check: Fitness at Forty: Shreddin' Time

We're about a month into my 3-month program, so it's time for an update on how things are going.

Tom 9/14/23 Tom 9/14/23

A Solo Trip to Santa Teresa, Costa Rica During Rainy Season

I love Costa Rica, and similar to Mexico, I take it for granted as a travel destination since it seems so close and accessible down here in Texas.

Tom 9/7/23 Tom 9/7/23

How to Start Meditating

Meditation can be a bit mysterious, but it's interesting that everyone I have encountered who practices recommends it so strongly.

Tom 9/3/23 Tom 9/3/23

Nonverbal Communication: Leveling Up Your Zoom Meetings and Phone Calls

Working remotely carries many benefits, but it also presents challenges for effective interpersonal communication. The absence of face-to-face interaction can make it difficult to gauge emotions and intentions accurately.

Tom 8/30/23 Tom 8/30/23

Nonverbal Communication: Mastering the Art of Confident Presentations

For whatever reason, many people in our society seem to think that presenting is an innate gift – you either can do it or you can not. This is untrue. Presenting with confidence is a learnable skill. Show me someone who can give strong presentations, and I will show you someone who worked hard at it, either through practice or by giving many presentations in the past.

Tom 8/23/23 Tom 8/23/23

Nonverbal Communication for Success in a Meeting

From the moment you enter a meeting room, your nonverbal cues are working for or against you in concert with your spoken words. Let's explore strategies of nonverbal communication to ensure you leave the impression you want in every workplace meeting.

Tom 8/16/23 Tom 8/16/23

When did you stop playing?

“The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of childhood into adulthood.” — Thomas Huxley

Tom 8/14/23 Tom 8/14/23

Fitness at Forty: Shreddin' Time

A while back someone said to me, “Once you hit 40, you lose your metabolism.” The idea being I should enjoy my fitness while it lasts, and it won’t last long. I don’t believe this for a minute. But it has been on the back of my mind since then to make it a point to get in the best shape of my life once I hit 40.