On the other hand, dealing with the problem may not be so simple — Maybe I’m being a little paranoid, but sometimes it feels like there’s a retractable leash around my neck. Even worse, it’s become obvious I’m not the one on the controlling end. So what’s the reason I’m in a constant state of high anxiety? A small, rectangular electronic device named Myrna. What the Hell? My Phone’s Note App is Censoring Me Apparently I said something offensive, and I need to make amendsmedium.com

What will you be thinking about when you approach the end? — Many years ago, I worked for a large corporation. The company manufactured electrical control parts, and my job was to support the salespeople and engineers by reading blueprints, creating a list of components, and pricing out the jobs. The salespeople called on customers, negotiated volume pricing, and managed distributors’ inventory. Our team had several large clients who were loyal…

And I’m feeling the heat … — One of my greatest fears is breathing down my neck. Summer. In my opinion, the warm, sunny months are the cruelest season of the year. It’s bad enough I have to endure hot flashes, bitchy moods, and nightly sweats — tossing and turning in bed like a hot dog on a…

Performance anxiety may be keeping you from succeeding. — I finally figured out the number one reason preventing many writers from succeeding: They bail when it’s time to tackle the hard stuff. Why do talented writers suddenly get brain freeze when they hit a wall, or can’t fill a blank screen, or don’t know how to find the answer…

Fair warning: It might not be up to you — Stumped about what kind of article you should write next? Welcome aboard — you’re in fine company. The truth is great ideas don’t just show up on the doorstep, waiting to be explored, dissected, and put to rest. …

The influence of a positive mentor can change your life — “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” — John C. Maxwell In a recent article in Trinitas Advisors, Leadership Coach Jack Lyons dissects John C. Maxwell’s book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. Coach Lyons agrees with Mr. …

Let’s unpack that question … — First, the obvious reality There are thousands of people on Medium under the category of complete and total strangers — people you’re attempting to reach, grab, and retain with every post you publish. For the purpose of this article, let’s assume you have some followers. Still, it’s likely you have very few real “relationships”…

A life well-lived usually comes down to a few simple lessons — One of my most cherished memories of my dad took place in a small metal rowboat on a smooth, placid lake in the forests of Wisconsin. Let me tell you a little about the man who had a hand in shaping my life. My father was dedicated to his wife and children. Holding two jobs, he wouldn’t allow my…

I want to be funny again, complete with giggles and grins — “Humor is the great thing, the saving thing after all. The minute it crops up, all our hardnesses yield, all our irritations and resentments flit away, and a sunny spirit takes their place.” — Mark Twain I’m tired of holding my breath, worried I might say or do something I…