Why We Feel Lonely Even When We’re Surrounded by People
We have more ways to stay connected than ever, but meaningful relationships require more than simply being in touch. I’ve had days when I’ve spent hours in meetings, talked with dozens of people, answered messages, and had more conversations than I could probably remember. By the end of the day, I’ve interacted with plenty of […]
Why We’re So Uncomfortable Being Alone With Our Thoughts
We fill almost every quiet moment with noise. Stillness gives us a chance to notice what we’ve been avoiding. Before a difficult conversation, I’ve noticed how tempting it is to check my phone, even when there’s nothing I actually need to check. I’ll glance at email, scroll through something, or find one more small task […]
Why Leaders Need Space to Think
When everything demands our attention, good leadership depends on knowing what deserves it. I see a message about a problem and respond almost immediately. I start asking questions, offering solutions, and trying to help move things forward. Then another message comes through with a detail I didn’t know, and suddenly the situation looks completely different. […]
Why We’re So Uncomfortable With Stillness
We fill nearly every empty moment with noise, then wonder why it’s so difficult to hear ourselves think. Think about the last time you had ten minutes with absolutely nothing to do. Maybe you were early for an appointment, sitting in your car before going inside, waiting for someone to meet you, or standing in […]