Posted in books, children, education on January 31, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Yesterday on my blogging / computer break, I finished the book Whatever It Takes: Geoffrey Canada’s Quest to Change Harlem and America, an intimate look at Harlem Childrens Zone (HCZ), a nonprofit run by Geoffrey Canada. If you are interested in the future of public education, this book is a must-read. Author Paul Tough could [...]
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Posted in clarity, technology, yoga on January 30, 2010 | 8 Comments »
I’m having a tough time concentrating this morning; there are a lot of thoughts and decisions swimming around in my head. Too many if, then, what if, what then, and how statements. Too many questions without enough answers. My brain is fuzzy and nervous. I’m not usually like this. Usually, I’m very clear headed. I [...]
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Posted in education, worry on January 28, 2010 | 6 Comments »
“The difference between getting somewhere and nowhere is the courage to make an early start. The fellow who sits still and does just what he is told will never be told to do big things.” ~ Charles Schwab, entrepreneur Last night I went to the orientation for Citizen Schools in preparation for my pilot of [...]
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Posted in entrepreneurship, Examiner, New York City, technology on January 28, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Looking for the latest great place to dine, shop, or hang in New York City? Look no further than Thrillist, a free daily email with one fabulous suggestion after another. I recently had the opportunity to connect with Adam Rich, one of the co-founders, to get the inside scoop on their start-up. Many thanks to [...]
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Posted in choices, decision-making on January 27, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Yesterday, Brian and I had a discussion about anxiety and what causes it. Lately, I’ve been having some very vivid dreams about choices I’m making and how those choices will affect other areas of my life. I love to think about ripple effects, taking an idea as far down the road as I can to [...]
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Posted in government on January 26, 2010 | 2 Comments »
I had the opportunity to see Mario Cuomo at 92Y last night and write a blog post about it for 92Y’s blog. I’m absolutely thrilled to join the talented team as a guest blogger and promote their incredible programming. To read my review of Governor Mario Cuomo’s talk at 92Y, click here.
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Posted in comedy, dreams, gratitude, television on January 26, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Goodbyes say a lot about someone. Does he walk away bitter and angry? Does she simply just shrug off the disappointment that comes with every experience, recognizing that all our experiences are opportunities for great learning? Does he leave grateful for what was, and hopeful for what will be? This last sentiment describes the very [...]
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Posted in yoga, Yogoer.com on January 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
“Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors where there were only walls.” ~ Joseph Campbell At the suggestion of a friend, I’ve been reading a lot of Joseph Campbell lately. I recently watched his DVD interviews with Bill Moyers around the idea of myth and the hero’s journey. A piece of the interviews [...]
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Posted in blogging, writer, writing on January 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
I’ve always wanted to be part of a writers circle. When I first moved to New York 11 years ago, my friend, Neil, and I used to meet regularly to talk about our writing. We did okay, though our styles and genres were so different. I was interested in writing novels and essays and he [...]
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