Holding back creates tension and unspent energy. The release is the key. How should we spend the reserve? All at … More
Author: Michael Chaffin
No Fear
Most decisions aren’t cut and dry, like crossing the road. The hazards and obstacles associated with our project, crucial conversation … More
Achievement
For so long, a large part of the achievement was the badge which came with it. There was an honor … More
Ignore Everybody
It can’t be for everyone. Or, it wouldn’t be art. Choosing an edge, no matter the naysayers, is precisely the … More
Fashion
Who’s it for? It’s not for them. It’s for ourselves. How we’re seen. How we fit in. What does it … More
Artistic
Everyone is unique. We all have something special to offer. And, it’s not for everyone. If it were, it wouldn’t … More
Monumental
What makes a thing, person or an idea so grand it deserves a permanent reminder? Fitting in, staying the course … More
Weird
Off putting to some, uniquely of interest to others. Either way, it’s a door most of us like to go … More
Dreams
Dreams are important. They give us the motivation to pursue something bigger and better. Of course, they remain hopes…unless we … More
Fame
Fame is an artificial goal, often a fleeting moment of notoriety. And in the celebration of the achievement, we can … More
Armor
All the protection on the outside won’t matter if our spirit wanes. Do we have the resiliance to persist? What’s … More
Notice It
Make the time to notice things, to live into them, to really feel them. Now, try it with non-spectacular things, … More
Trails
Some of our work makes a mark, leaves a trail behind for someone else to follow. A book, blog, manicured … More
Into Dust
It’s going to happen. It’s the natural order of living things. Eventually, there’s dust. But, before it’s over, there’s work … More
Make a Hole
No matter how dark things seem, the light will find itself in eventually…if we choose to see it.
Combinations
Through assertion, experimentation and thoughtful design, we determine what works. No one really knows for sure until they try. A … More
On Track
There’s a lot of value in staying on track, especially when a specific outcome is in order. But, what if … More
Arrival
How we show up really matters when we’re trying to make a difference. What’s our posture? Do we have an … More
Country Road
There’s something about a country road which brings peace. Things move more slowly. We can make a country road almost … More
Guidance
So often there’s not a clear path. It’s not obvious which choice to make or how to get there. This … More