Photo by Faheem Jackson on Pexels.com “This Fourth of July is yours, not mine. You may rejoice, I must mourn.” — Frederick Douglass, 1852. The Unlearned Truth of a Nation’s Lie It is a national disgrace that Frederick Douglass’s thunderous 1852 speech, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?”, is not universally taughtContinue reading "What to the Person with a Conscience Is Your Fourth of July? A Reflection in the Spirit of Frederick Douglass"
Hope Is Something You Give Yourself
“Rebellions are built on hope!” – Jyn Erso, Roge One: A Star Wars Story These past seven to eight months have been difficult. I’ve watched with horror as a country turned its back on decency and honor. The country I was taught was the greatest in the world decided an orange faced maniac – anContinue reading "Hope Is Something You Give Yourself"
Become Intolerant: Where Is Our Modern Day Cato?
“It’s OK to punch a Nazi.” – Anonymous We all have virtuous traits. We all have vices as well. Sometimes, we have both at the same time. I believe tolerance can be one of those. Let me explain. Tolerance is the ability or willingness to accept and respect differences in opinions, beliefs, behaviors, or backgrounds, evenContinue reading "Become Intolerant: Where Is Our Modern Day Cato?"
The Irish Spirit: An Eternal Fight for Justice
I visited the EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin, Ireland in 2024. "Being Irish, he had an abiding sense of tragedy, which sustained him through temporary periods of joy." – William Butler Yeats My family is like many American families – we are the conglomeration of many different cultures and histories. One of thoseContinue reading "The Irish Spirit: An Eternal Fight for Justice"
The Struggle Within: How to Process Having MAGA Supporters in Your Life
“I'm not really sure why. But... do you stop loving someone just because they betray you? I don't think so. That's what makes the betrayal hurt so much - pain, frustration, anger... and I still loved her. I still do.” ― Brandon Sanderson, Mistborn: The Final Empire It seems as if this day were inevitable. Though, IContinue reading "The Struggle Within: How to Process Having MAGA Supporters in Your Life"
Crisis of Courage Part II: HR Needs Moral Courage
Photo by Inga Seliverstova on Pexels.com “The darkest places in hell are reserved for those who maintain their neutrality in times of moral crisis.” – Dante Alighieri (attributed, based on his work, the Inferno) Quick recap: In Part I, I discuss how most major corporations lack courage and really don't care about you as their employee.Continue reading "Crisis of Courage Part II: HR Needs Moral Courage"
Crisis of Courage Part I: Corporate America Doesn’t Care About Us
"If we define an American fascist as one who in case of conflict puts money and power ahead of human beings, then there are undoubtedly several million fascists in the United States." – Henry A. Wallace, 33rd vice president of the United States I’ve never been one to sit on the sidelines. Call it righteousContinue reading "Crisis of Courage Part I: Corporate America Doesn’t Care About Us"
Resist Not Evil Part 2: Love Is Always a Choice
“I can always choose, but I must know that if I do not choose, that is still a choice.” – Jean-Paul Sartre My last blog article discussed a seemingly controversial topic – the humanistic philosophy of Jesus of Nazareth. You know – love they neighbor, be kind to one another, all the stuff the religiousContinue reading "Resist Not Evil Part 2: Love Is Always a Choice"
Resist Not Evil Part 1: The Humanistic Philosophy of Jesus of Nazareth
Many readers will not like this post, and that’s OK. I don’t write it for the critic in the arena. I write it for me. I only share as a way to potentially help someone else process their own thoughts. It’s why I write. This is not a religious post. This is a philosophical oneContinue reading "Resist Not Evil Part 1: The Humanistic Philosophy of Jesus of Nazareth"
Heavy Metal HR: HR Lessons from the Spirit of Heavy Metal
"Heavy metal is what I love. It’s what I understand. It's who I am." – James Hetfield (Metallica) When I was 12 years old, I was shooting hoops in my driveway (poorly) thinking about how amazing Micheal Jordan is. He’s the GOAT. End of story. But that’s not why I’m writing. As I was shooting,Continue reading "Heavy Metal HR: HR Lessons from the Spirit of Heavy Metal"
The HR Philosopher 