If you want to write then guess what? You have to write. You have to pick up a pencil, open your laptop, silence your cellphone, park your butt in a chair, do whatever it takes to get yourself there. And…
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Criticism and Competition: The "Why" of It All
Over the last several days, I've not been conscious of my "no criticism" challenge. Not surprisingly this struck me last night while I was criticizing something (though Jeff told me he thought it was more of a constructive criticism conversation…
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Criticism and Gardening: Keeping My Mouth Shut
At just a little over 24 hours into the no-criticism challenge, I met a friend and colleague for lunch. Not 15 minutes into our time together, I found myself sharply inhaling to keep from making a critical remark: "Ugh, he…Read more
Criticism and The Kitchen Sink: A Month-Long Challenge
If you're only looking to find something wrong,
you'll find something wrong,
if it's right or not.
Depends on the lens you're looking through...
(Brand New Song by Andy Gullahorn)
I've learned to be content, for the most…
you'll find something wrong,
if it's right or not.
Depends on the lens you're looking through...
(Brand New Song by Andy Gullahorn)
I've learned to be content, for the most…