Doctoring and parenting are very similar in so many ways. They both require presence.
trust
The Decency of Political Correctness
Political correctness is ok and necessary in my view. It serves to adjust our moral compass on an episodic basis.
“When did Decency Become a Luxury?”
Decency is a necessity, a basic tool/skill, in a civil society that hopes to advance democratic ideals. Polite, moral, and honest behavior is predicated on treating others with respect, empathy, and kindness.
Patriotism is between the ears, not on your head
Displays of patriotism without the requisite actions are incomplete in my estimation.
Aphorisms to live by
Aphorisms tend to ring true, provoking reflection and hopefully inspiring beneficial actions.
Perspectives
Perspectives can unite us or bitterly separate us. We can choose to see the other side and acknowledge basic truths, or we fiercely argue only what we “see” and refuse to accept alternate ways to move forward constructively.