Perhaps the most important question ever asked was, “To be, or not to be?” Equally important question, in my opinion, is, “To love, or not to love?” This is what British author C.S. Lewis (November 29, 1898–November 22, 1963) explores in his book “The Four Loves.” It’s a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities … Read more
. Buddhist nun Pema Chödrön wrote that the best way to maintain concentration during meditation is to label all distracting thoughts as “thinking” and return to the immediacy of your breath. Similarly, one might argue that the best way to keep your mental composure during a debate is to label your opponent’s arguments as opinion. … Read more
I’ve already written about the worst and the best writing advice you can give to a beginner. But what lies in between these two extremes? The answer is the Golden Rule of Writing, revealed by writer and editor Charles Euchner in his altogether indispensable “The Elements of Writing: The Only Writing Guide You Will Ever … Read more
I’d like to share one of my favorite quotes. I find them while surfing the web, reading a book, or doing research for one of my articles. As someone who’s passionate about writing, I like to keep these small reminders front and center because of their capacity to ground me in the present moment and … Read more