Learn to Disagree Without Being Disagreeable, People

In the Pacific Northwest and throughout the world, we have many independent thinkers. Different points of view and perspective can be useful. Yet, it can be challenging to be friendly when you disagree. How do we discuss our point of view alongside different views in...

Do It Yourself – Be Self-Reliant

I’d like to share some thoughts with you on what “self-reliant” means. Hi, Rich Aanrich here. “Do-it-yourself” is the title of a very large book our computer is sitting on. It was published as part of an encyclopedia series, which...

Tip 5. Put On a Happy Face

Spring is here! Welcome back for the 5th tip in my Grandmother’s list of ten (10) tips in how to get along with people! “Be cheerful. Keep the corners of your mouth turned up. Hide your pains, worries, and disappointments under a pleasant smile. Laugh at good stories,...

Morrie and His Ability

Storytelling is one of the oldest means for communicating.  Do you enjoy a tale about super heroes?  How about fantasy tales that bring a lesson? Here is one for kids (and adults). I wrote “Morrie and His Ability” in 1983. This story was originally written...

Is This Your Roller Rink?

In a delightful restaurant in downtown Portland last night, my son reminded me of one of my personal stories.  I was 17 and used to go to a roller rink.  Bob was an amazing skater and everyone wanted to be his partner. Skating was his super power! At the roller rink,...