I have some news. I'm headed back to school. As of the end of July, I'm a student at Oregon State University in their distance French program. Back to School Again Well, actually, I started back at the end of July. I placed into the final portion of second year French but decided to take … Continue reading Back to School Again
Personal Improvement
Review: Thinking 101
Dr. Woo-Kyoung Ahn's Thinking 101 teaches us how we make mistakes in our thought process through clear definitions and many pertinent, interesting examples. By putting into place her strategies for combating biases, maybe we can make ourselves a little better and find a little more grace and patience for others. Highly recommended.
Review: On Critical Race Theory
On Critical Race Theory introduces the non-academic to the field of Critical Race Theory. Victor Ray identifies key topics in accessible essays that prepares the reader for the ideas being debated among scholars. Dr. Ray's clear and concise writings make these complex topics easier for the non-academic to understand. It's a much needed bit of education for those of us trying to counter false narratives about CRT. Highly recommended.
Put the Attainable in SMART Goals
Over at my Patreon page, this week I discuss the A in SMART goal setting. Setting attainable goals is an important step for achieving the life you want to live. Click the link to Put the Attainable in SMART Goals. Follow this link to the PrimmLife Patreon page.
Measure Your SMART Goals on Patreon
Over on Patreon, I write essays about productivity and goal setting. Right now, I’m discussing SMART Goals on Patreon. The current essay gives tips for how to measure your SMART goals. Measuring provides a sense of progress, and that motivation keeps you working towards the finish line. Learn how to create your goal so that … Continue reading Measure Your SMART Goals on Patreon
Anti-Racism Reading List
The killing of George Floyd has started many necessary conversations. To supplement those conversations, let me offer some reading suggestions. Here is my personal anti-racism reading list. How to Be Antiracist by Dr. Ibram X. Kendi “Antiracism is a transformative concept that reorients and reenergizes the conversation about racism—and, even more fundamentally, points us toward … Continue reading Anti-Racism Reading List
Staying Busy and Still Improving
How I’m Staying Busy and Still Improving Coronavirus and Covid-19 have decreased my world to mostly just my house. I’m working from home for the foreseeable future. Sue and I are staying inside, not going out. We still think that stay at home is the best way for combating the spread of the virus. Hopefully, … Continue reading Staying Busy and Still Improving
Review: Sailing True North
When studying leadership, looking to leaders of the past provide ample examples of the characteristics of good leaders. Studying the character of leaders that you admire is a great way to prepare yourself to be a leader. In Sailing True North, Admiral James Stavridis (retired) sketches quick biographies of ten admirals that he admires. Stretching … Continue reading Review: Sailing True North
Review: How to Be an Antiracist
Once while riding in a van headed to the airport after a few days of martial arts training, I told a story to the friends I traveled with. I don't remember the story at all, but I distinctly remember one part of it. At some point, I said "…the black man…" and my friend replied, … Continue reading Review: How to Be an Antiracist
Living with Anxiety Part One: The Incident
Living With Anxiety Anxiety has been a toxic friend my whole life. In many ways, it’s helped push me to be better, to not settle on just good enough. Because of anxiety, I finished things early, double checked my answers, reread my emails, and generally acted like a perfectionist. But all of those things can … Continue reading Living with Anxiety Part One: The Incident