Author Archives: Steve Piscitelli

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About Steve Piscitelli

Community Advocate and Author

(Issue #606) Renew or Release?

Posted on January 2, 2022 by Steve Piscitelli

If you are able to forgive, does that mean you have renewed your connection with that person? ~~~~~ A plethora of accolades, news stories, and television spots paid homage to the life and accomplishments of Archbishop Desmond Tutu (died December … Continue reading →

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(Issue #605) A Blogger’s Retrospective for 2021

Posted on December 26, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

May you create, share, and savor powerful moments in the coming year and beyond. ~~~~~ Video recommendation for the week: A short gratitude video from me to all of you who have read, shared, and commented on my blog posts.  … Continue reading →

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(Issue #604) Identifying What You Love

Posted on December 19, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

Enhance your community bright spots because you ARE one of those bright spots! ~~~~~ In the spring of this year I wrote a post about Ikigai. The model consists of four points of intersection that lead (hopefully) to life’s purpose: … Continue reading →

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Community Bright Spots! Deck the Chairs

Posted on December 14, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

NOTE: You can find more information about the mission of this page here This beaches holiday tradition (since 2013) has become home to many bright spots. You can find more information here. Enjoy your week. And remember to stop and appreciate your Community … Continue reading →

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(Issue #603) Counting Things That Matter

Posted on December 12, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

Rather than counting why you’re right and I’m wrong, or I’m up and your down,or they’re out of bounds and we’re right on target,can we count on the times/things/topics on which we agree? ~~~~~ Information overload. We all experience it … Continue reading →

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(Issue #602) What is Your Story?

Posted on December 5, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

Establish who you are as a person; boundaries and all.  ~~~~~ Speakers often rely on stories to drive a point home; to resonate and connect with the audience in front of them. Watch a presidential state of the union address … Continue reading →

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(Issue #601) The Hypothesis of Generosity

Posted on November 28, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

So, I pulled myself off the too-often-climbed-on ledge of self-righteous upsetand took a deep breath and waited.  ~~~~~ “Where are they?” Like most craftsmen and service people, when I made the appointment I was given a two-hour block as to … Continue reading →

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(Issue #600!) A Thankfulness Alphabet

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

May you give yourself time to reflect on your list of thanks and appreciation. ~~~~~ When feeling down, doubtful, or disappointed, I find it helpful to remind myself of the good people, experiences, and things that surround me each day. … Continue reading →

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(Issue #599) A Reminder About Our Non-Negotiables

Posted on November 14, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

Do not allow your non-negotiables to become negotiable. ~~~~~ I’ve written and spoken about the importance of recognizing and prioritizing the non-negotiables in our lives. Things like health, family, social connections, purpose, spirituality, boundaries, and limits. At times, though, we … Continue reading →

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(Issue #598) Spirituality and the Ocean

Posted on November 7, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

The ocean does not judge. It is.And the is provides a sense of now and the future. ~~~~~ Most mornings find Roxie and me on the beach watching the sunrise. Roxie scratches the sand and nestles in while I take … Continue reading →

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