Category Archives: Community

(Issue #652) Knowing It Without Knowing It?

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Steve Piscitelli

A frog in the well knows not the ocean.~attributed to a Japanese Proverb~ A few months ago, Laurie introduced me to one of her aqua fit classes at our gym. She raved about the workout she got in those 45-minute … Continue reading →

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(Issue #642) The Gate that Separated a Community

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Steve Piscitelli

The Donner story shows how as a community we can work for good. Rather than stand on the side and scream and holler, stand tall and act. ~ Joyce Freeman On the night of February 21, 1994, the Atlantic Beach … Continue reading →

Posted in acceptance, accountability, collaboration, Community, mindset, Motivation, perseverance, resilience, respect, self-efficacy, social capital, tenacity, wellbeing | 1 Comment

(Issue #637) Tying Your Shoes and Wisdom

Posted on February 5, 2023 by Steve Piscitelli

We can all benefit when we acknowledge and embrace that the light of wisdom shines from generation to generation. ~~~~ What does wisdom mean? The answer to that question differs from person to person, group to group, and day to … Continue reading →

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(Issue #629) Flibbertigibbet Is My Name. Jabberwocky Is My Game.

Posted on July 31, 2022 by Steve Piscitelli

May each of us help turn collective monologues into authentic dialoguesin which all in the room have a chance to be heard, understood, and questioned. ~~~~ “Hey, Sam. How are you doing?” “I’ve been better, Jim. Just found out I … Continue reading →

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(Issue #620) Volunteer and Grow

Posted on April 10, 2022 by Steve Piscitelli

You give of yourself because the giving makes the act about the other person,not about you. ~~~~~ One of the organizations for whom Roxie and I volunteer asked me to participate in a video interview about volunteering. Why volunteer for … 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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Community Bright Spots! Music as Social Capital

Posted on September 30, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

NOTE: You can find more information about the mission of this page here. In 2003, the Atlantic Beach Cultural Arts and Recreation committee supported an idea that led to the founding of two music events: Acoustic Night and Songwriters Night. Acoustic … Continue reading →

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Community Bright Spots! Seawalk Pavilion

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

NOTE: You can find more information about the mission of this page here. Perhaps you have been here. Maybe to enjoy a music festival. Or visit an art vendor. Or savor an offering from a food truck. Or enjoy the ocean … Continue reading →

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(Issue #580) What if Teachers….

Posted on July 4, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

It comes down to seeing the person as someone in need of what you have to offer. And finding a respectful many in which to connect with that individual. After my most-recent experience with a repairman not returning phone calls, … Continue reading →

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