# Seeing People

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How to Give Meaningful Praise (Even If It Doesn't Come Naturally)

Oct 14, 2026

Learn how to give meaningful praise that makes people feel seen. A personal story about specific recognition, leadership, and the power of kind words.

How to Be a Person of Your Word (and Why It Matters)

Sep 17, 2026

Being a person of your word doesn’t mean saying yes to everything. It means making realistic promises, communicating when things change, and giving people words they can trust.

Why Are So Many People Running Red Lights?

Sep 1, 2026

Running red lights has become so normal that drivers now expect others to do it. Meanwhile, people staring at their phones don’t move when the light turns green. We’ve expanded both ends of the red light.

What Makes a Friend — The Quiet Strength of Real Connection

Oct 31, 2025

As we get older, friendship looks different. The best ones don’t need constant contact — they bring quiet peace, honesty, and steadiness through life’s chaos. This reflection explores what real connection means and why the friends who truly see you are worth holding onto.

Your True Nature Calling

Jul 20, 2025

What Jane’s Addiction—and Perry Farrell’s lyrics—taught me about empathy, language, and seeing people for who they really are. A tribute to music that still hits harder than ever.

The Death Clock Is Ticking (Carpe Diem, Motherfucker)

Jul 20, 2025

I put a death clock on my desk—not to be dark, but to stay honest. Life doesn’t last forever. So the question is: what are you doing today that actually matters?

Chicago White Sox Fans: From 121 Losses to the 2026 Playoffs

Jul 6, 2025

After 121 losses, the Chicago White Sox are chasing the 2026 ALCS. One unforgettable fan reminds me why baseball loyalty matters.

The Day I Peed on Myself and Stopped Caring What People Think

Jun 25, 2025

This is the story of how I once pissed myself on a stalled New York City subway train—and why I wouldn’t trade that night for anything. It’s about shame, letting go, and realizing the world doesn’t revolve around you. Thank God.

Life Lessons From 80s Movies I Understand Differently Now

Jun 22, 2025

Ferris Bueller, The Karate Kid, Summer School and Can’t Buy Me Love hit differently as an adult. Here are the life lessons I missed as a kid.

How I’m Going to Teach My Kids to Drive (Assume Everyone Else Is an Idiot)

Feb 13, 2025

Driving is the most dangerous daily task. These seven driving commandments will help new drivers stay safe, avoid accidents, and keep their insurance rates low.