This book by Annette Simmons will give you a lot of ideas on how to persuade others by telling more stories. It’s called The Story Factor: inspiration, influence, and persuasion through the art of storytelling. If you’ve ever wondered why you have a hard time getting others to see your point of view, you … Continue reading Influence and the Art of Storytelling
Robert Fisk, Middle East correspondent for The Independent inspired me with a new mantra. On the National Radio Project as he quipped “Hold On! I think we have some common ground.” He was talking about some heavy-duty issues, but it gave me an idea how to deal with everyday life here in Bellevue too. … Continue reading Hold on! I think we have some common ground.
Not only can you get a lot of entertainment from theater, life lessons are there too. This is my Improv 301 teacher, Phil Arensberg, assistant director and cast member of Unspeakable Horrors. (Playing free this Thursday and Friday at WingIt Productions) Improvisation teaches you to take whatever comes your way and work with it. … Continue reading Free Theater in Seattle the Week
“We’re in it for the long haul” declared one of the volunteers at the Farm Sanctuary Walk held at Green Lake. His dedication toward the mission of ending cruelty and creating a kinder world for farm animals was inspiring. As a volunteer, you have a couple options: to become discouraged when you don’t see … Continue reading Volunteers in it for the Long Haul: Seattle Farm Sanctuary Walk 10-17-2010
I admit, every once in a while, I’ll kiss a book. ‘Writing to Change the World’ by Mary Pipher was one of them. It’s a feeling of kinship and gratitude beyond words. If you’ve ever felt like a ‘radical’ or been called ‘fanatical’ this book will give you inspiration to keep going. Mary Pipher encourages … Continue reading Writing to Change the World (Great Book)
You have a cause you feel strongly about. Being able to speak from your heart sets you free and changes the world. But breaking free from the tribal mindset takes courage, strength and determination. 1.) Know your values. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “The most difficult thing is to be yourself in a world that is … Continue reading 10 tips for speaking about your cause
The more I coach people on effective communication, the more I see the benefits. Did you know there’s a direct correlation between how long a person grieves after a loved one dies and how much was left unsaid? I ask myself on many occasions now, what needs to be said and what wants to be … Continue reading Grief and Communication
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I first met Ralph of Precious Life Sanctuary while standing in line for the showing of Peaceable Kingdom at the Egyptian Theater. Precious Life Animal Sanctuary is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and providing a safe home for abused, neglected and abandoned farm and companion animals. While this retired animal lover was handing out … Continue reading Question Assumptions to Make Progress for Your Cause
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