What do we hold enough excitement for to wave our flag? What does the symbol mean to us? Is there … More
Author: Michael Chaffin
Middle
Arrival at the midpoint signifies we’re halfway there, which by most standards is quite an accomplishment. Almost everyone can make … More
Signals
We use them in a variety of ways to set tone and command attention. Of course, most of the time, … More
Timing
Choose your clock wisely. Sometimes, timing really matters.
What’s It for?
Leave us to wonder. Or, give us a clue. Both are interesting paths. But, with entirely different results. Choose wisely.
Instructions
Satisfaction in many ways is a result of mitigating confusion. We fare better when we understand what to do and … More
The Station
What are waiting for? Who are we waiting for? Are we coming or going? Our current place is momentary, it’s … More
Windshield Time
Quiet time, meditation, reflection are very therapeutic and a necessary break from the constant inbound flow we create for ourselves. … More
Noise
Everyone has a noise in their head. And sometimes, it’s really hard to figure it out. But, we can’t hope … More
Faces
What makes one face so much warmer, approachable, kind, generous than another? How can we use our facial expressions to … More
Ray
Even when we are the most disenchanted, unmotivated and disappointed, there’s possibility. We just need to choose to find it.
Tilt
In the old school analog days of pinball machines, there was an art form, a real skill, to physically move … More
Projects
Projects are a very effective way to work. There’s a beginning and a defined end. Of course, there’s a lot … More
Modeling
Models tell us a story…about ourselves. Sometimes, they represent our dreams. Sometimes, they serve as reminders of courage, craftsmanship or … More
Long Tail
One path is to make a hit, something which gains popularity quickly to serve as many people as possible. This … More
Facts
How do we know what happened? When is a fact a fact? Our truth might be different than someone else’s … More
Taking It In
Stand with it. See it. Take longer. Take it in. This is probably what the creator wanted us to do. … More
Inconvenience
Of course it’s inconvenient. If we care enough to make it special for someone, it’s going to be. Otherwise, it’s … More
Badges
The wrapper, the group, the stickers, the character…it all matters to us. These are our badges which tell the story … More
Rules
…keep things orderly and us safe. They also constrain us in some ways, maintain the status quo. When are rules … More