How many of our relationships break because of misunderstanding and confused expectations. Like an excited parent looking forward to giving a child a gift they worked hard to pick out, their child had their heart set on something else. The parent feels like they failed, and the child feels jilted. As children grow older, they … Continue reading Expectation and the Broken Reality
As we seek to enhance our skills in moving in the direction of ever more inclusive communities, we often neglect the key component of understanding and making peace with the multiple voices and perspectives that exist in our own psychic make up. Surely understanding ourselves better is key to building better communication with other individuals … Continue reading Seeking the Beloved Community Within as Well as Without
The modern definition of the American Dream comes from the book The Epic of America by James Truslow Adams. He says, “Dream of a land in which life should be better and richer and fuller for [everyone], with opportunity according to his ability or achievement.” Adams original statement had little to do with wealth, he … Continue reading The American Dream: A Narrative in Conflict
