This is my first blog post since Trump took office and, well--what a ride it’s been, huh? It’s difficult to discuss politics without ruffling feathers, so I’ll “stay in my lane” and focus on the … [Read more...]
Doctor/Patient Communication Issues
A friend of mine injured her knee and has been seeking treatment for it. At first she was told that she might have a torn ligament. Then an X-ray showed that it was most likely sprained. After an MRI, … [Read more...]
The Gym Etiquette You Need To Know
I know a lot of you have been focused on getting fit and exercising more in the New Year. Now that I'm spending more time in the gym, I wanted to remind everyone of these gym etiquette practices. You … [Read more...]
Dealing With Offensive Remarks
When I was traveling in India, I was approached at a cafe by a man who also happened to be American. He had clearly had a few drinks, but I was polite when he struck up a conversation. Noting my … [Read more...]
How Super Bowl Fans Let Civility Down
As part of my reinvigorated mission to bring civility back into society, I am devoting the remainder of my 2015 blogs to covering the eight statements of the Civility Counts Pledge. Each week I will … [Read more...]