Tag Archives: assumptions

Issue #589) Fill the Gap

Posted on September 5, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

When we reach out to fill a gap in our community (large or small) what we do issee a need, acknowledge that need, and act to address that need. Scrolling through my Instagram feed, I saw a re-post of the … Continue reading →

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(Issue #586) Good, Not-So Good, and Why (x5)

Posted on August 15, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

Go beyond listing a goal statement.Before acting, make sure you understand the why of your what. I have written separate posts on this blog about bright spots, not-so-bright spots, weak signals, and the five whys. Today, let’s look at how … Continue reading →

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(Issue #583) The 7Rs and Public Health

Posted on July 25, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

Public health is a community good that connects each of The 7 Rs. |How can we remain good stewards for our community? Over the eleven-year history of this blog, seven values have repeated themselves. The same seven interrelated concepts provided … Continue reading →

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(Issue #582) When Strangers Become Friends and Friends Become Strangers

Posted on July 18, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

“A friend knows the song in my heart and sings it to me when my memory fails.” ~attributed to Donna Roberts “I once had a best friend who is now a stranger.” ~Author Unknown We’ve heard it. We might have … 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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(Issue #578) That Was The Longest Twenty Minutes Of My Life!

Posted on June 20, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

I know that when I put the audience first, I succeeded. This past week, a community committee on which I serve asked me to share ideas about presentation skills. Specifically, strategies to help speakers connect with an audience.  We’ve all … Continue reading →

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(Issue #560) Renewal Of Vows

Posted on February 14, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

A reminder that it can become too easy to say, “Oh, I said that. She/He knows it.” NOTE: The annual Renewal of Vows ceremony in Savannah, Georgia will be virtual this year.  See the end of this post for a … Continue reading →

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(Issue #553) A Blogger’s Retrospective for 2020

Posted on December 27, 2020 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 note from me to all of you who have read, shared, and commented on my blog posts.  I … Continue reading →

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(Issue #550) By The Numbers

Posted on December 6, 2020 by Steve Piscitelli

Be aware of  and understand the assumptions you make when establishing your goals. So, we’ve made it to the last month of 2020. You might feel like you need a long hot shower or an extended meditation retreat. Or a … Continue reading →

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(Issue #547) Standing With Empathy

Posted on November 15, 2020 by Steve Piscitelli

“Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another, and feeling with the heart of another.” ~Alfred Adler Notice the common and critical word in each clause above? With. When we empathize we are with … Continue reading →

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