I have an addiction. Well, several of them, truth be told. However, we all have addictions or guilty little pleasures. Coffee, pastries and chocolate of any form are among some my beloved addictions. Pursuing the book aisle is one of my everlasting favorites. Be it a physical or virtual bookstore, it matters not. I will…

There is one personality trait above all others which I believe can be blamed most for lack of success among creative people.  I recognize this trait because it is a flaw I was afflicted with my entire life without even knowing it. Creative people tend to be a fountain of imagination.  Whether they are entrepreneurs…

A good friend of mine recently asked me, “What do you think is the most important trait of a successful relationship?” I answered right away, without thinking (because I all-too-often do talk before thinking), “Honesty.” Then I paused for a moment and corrected myself: “Showing appreciation for one another.” I cannot think of any better…

WARNING:  the following story should not be consumed by readers with strong gag reflexes.  As a matter of fact, this story should probably not be read by anybody. Don’t say I didn’t warn you. I wish that I could tell you that this little tale is fiction. I am just going to come right out…

I talk to my Future Self almost every single day.  As a matter of fact, I have been talking to my Future Self regularly since early 2011. It has been less of a conversation and more of a monologue, with my Present Self writing to my Future Self.  You might be doing the same thing,…