Author Archives: Steve Piscitelli

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About Steve Piscitelli

Community Advocate and Author

(#Issue 472) Action, Gratitude, and Community

Posted on June 9, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

While thinking about gratitude feels good, action creates greater benefits. At the beginning of our monthly Beaches Watch Board of Directors meeting, we pause for a “Mission Moment.” We share how, where, or with whom we have experienced our mission … Continue reading →

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(#Issue 471) Confronting the Bullies

Posted on June 2, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

What we do in these situations defines our characters, our communities, and our destiny. DeRay Mckesson, in On the Other Side of Freedom: The Case for Hope, reminds us of the power a bully holds when we fail to confront … Continue reading →

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(#Issue 470) A Reminder About Noise

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

Are you adding to clarity or compounding the noise? How do you know? “The trouble with a great many of us is we know so many things that ain’t so.” -Josh Billings “It ain’t what you don’t know that gets … Continue reading →

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(#Issue 469) Taking a Stand

Posted on May 19, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

It, however, did lead to a deeper conversation with myself. And, even if on a minute level, a deeper appreciation for people who stand up for what they believe. Slacktivism references a “low-cost substitute for substantive actions.”  Hitting a “like” … Continue reading →

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(Issue #468) Thank You, Mom

Posted on May 12, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

Shortcuts shortchange the long run. It has been more than three decades since I have been able to share a Mother’s Day with my mom.  Like all moms, she never had an “owner’s manual” when it came to raising a … Continue reading →

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(Issue #467) Listen. Learn. Lead.

Posted on May 5, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

To lead, you must first listen (hear; respect; ask authentic questions). Then learn from the exchange (willingness to change). Two experiences. One message. First experience. I helped organize a candidate forum for our beaches in Duval County (Florida). The candidates … Continue reading →

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(Issue #466) Spoiled?

Posted on April 28, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

This week’s post comes to us from a guest first-time blogger, Roxie (BDE), my pet therapy team leader.  Enjoy her observations. As the sun popped up over the ocean, I thought if that is being “spoiled” then I like it. … Continue reading →

Posted in amplifying, Appreciation, authenticity, Choice, Civility, collegiality, Communication, consideration, dignity, Discipline, Gratitude, Life lessons | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

(Issue #465) Gratitude: A Reminder

Posted on April 21, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

If we give a gift expecting a return, then we have not offered a gift. We have tendered a loan. Not gratitude. When we display gratitude, we demonstrate appreciation, kindness, respect, and, above all, acknowledgement for the person in front … Continue reading →

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(Issue #464) Food. Family. Farewell.

Posted on April 14, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

But we get distracted and believe we can wait to make the connection, lend the hand, or offer a shoulder. There will always be tomorrow . So, we postpone. Last week I learned of the death of a friend’s mother. … Continue reading →

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(Issue #463) Inside Out

Posted on April 7, 2019 by Steve Piscitelli

What are your prearrangements with yourself when it comes to your stated priorities? Consider a significant goal you have. One that you claim as a top priority for your life. Satisfied with your progress? If yes, congratulations. If not, consider … Continue reading →

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