Reading Time: < 1 minuteHave you ever noticed that some foods are described as ‘’good’’ sources of calcium or ‘’excellent’’ sources of vitamin C? How come Kellogg’s or Kraft never labels their products as ‘’fantastic’’ or ‘’superb’’ sources of mineral X or Vitamin Y? The food industry doesn’t pick arbitrary adjectives to describe its food products. There is a […]
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Reading Time: 2 minutesNote: This article was written in July 2010 Proposed construction of a Muslim mosque near Ground Zero has many Americans up in arms. Democrats, Republicans, and Independents have invoked ideals of ‘fairness’, ‘freedom’, and ‘first amendment rights’ to both support and oppose the project. One New York Politician stated that he would seek to use
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteOne controversial idea making the rounds in parenting circles is the postponement of Kindergarten or First Grade for young children. Coined “Redshirting”, parents delay a child’s entry into the academic world in order to maximize his/her chances of success for their children. Authorities ranging from scientists to best-selling authors reason that older children sport a
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Reading Time: 2 minutesWould you be happier in the long run spending $1000 on a brand new Plasma TV that can last for years or a short, weekend getaway? You might be surprised by the answer. In a 2003 study by psychologists Thomas Gilovich (one of my favorite Cornell University professors) and Leaf Van Boven, it was determined
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Reading Time: 2 minutesOne of the stories my college friends recall vividly occurred at a local Subway restaurant. Forever etched in lore, it is a great example of how I approach my interactions with others. We had all ordered our sandwiches and were getting ready to leave the restaurant. I asked the attendant to add an M&M cookie
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Reading Time: < 1 minuteFriends and family often seek my opinion on business ideas, current events and the sports world. Some of those same friends and family suggested I start a blog and publish my ideas. Choosing the subject focus of the blog wasn’t too difficult. I’ve always had a keen interest in human interaction. In college, my favorite
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