Disconnect to Connect

Technology can dramatically improve our personal efficiency. But if we’re not careful, it can quietly reduce our humanity. To truly connect with others, we have to be intentional about how we use technology. Instead of drifting into mindless digital interaction, we can choose meaningful human connection. Sometimes the most powerful step is simply this: disconnect…

The Design Conflict

Human beings are designed to connect. From the very beginning of our existence, connection has been essential for survival. And today, it’s essential for thriving. Think about this comparison. A two-year-old horse, eagle, or tiger is largely self-sufficient. They can survive on their own. Now think about a two-year-old human. A human child is completely…

A Letter to Our Friends

For twenty-seven years, you’ve let us inTo walk by your side through thick and thin.Some plans went right, and others went wrong,Some days were great, and some felt long. You shared your hopes, your teams, your fears,Your biggest dreams across the years.We so gratefully gleaned from you,Life lessons and wisdom that rings true. We started…

The Convenience/Connection Trade-off

Picture this . . . You wake up, roll out of bed, and brush your hair just enough to look presentable for your first video meeting of the day. You pop a Starbucks pod into your Keurig and let the coffee start working its magic. Your workday begins with a virtual meeting . . .…

A Connection That Changed Everything for Us

From an early age, we both had a knack and a passion for understanding and encouraging people. Youth sports and school leadership roles triggered Lee’s thirst to learn more about leading teams. Julie’s fascination with psychology started in third grade as she followed her father’s readings and her mother’s teachings. We both studied psychology at…