by David Brown | Jan 21, 2025 | Insight, Journal |
We talk about ghosts. Not the past. Not our departed friends, family, or loved ones. But, the ghosts we create in our minds. The little goblins that give us doubt. They suck the joy away from us. They make us overthink. Ghosts stop us from living. Full stop. The only...
by David Brown | Jan 7, 2025 | How-To, Journal, Personal Growth |
Lately, I’ve noticed that there is an influx of ‘hacks’ from ‘productivity influencers.’ There seems to be a shortcut for nearly everything on earth. Some way to take an easy way out, regardless of the need. Shaving seconds here, shaving...
by David Brown | Nov 26, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Journal, Thoughts |
While scrolling on my phone, I stumbled upon a captivating podcast. It was a biography of Benjamin Franklin, a subject that might take time to spark interest. However, the podcast’s unique and unexpected perception of Franklin intrigued me, drawing me in. The...
by David Brown | Nov 19, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Journal, Thoughts, Travel |
Seated in this bustling airport, the stark contrast of the people I’ve encountered here is striking. From the harried business traveler to the boisterous vacationing family, airports serve as a microcosm of human behavior. Yet, what truly captivates me is the...
by David Brown | Oct 29, 2024 | HumanFirst, Insight, Journal, Personal Growth, Thoughts |
A few years ago, I tackled the concept of what people deserve a blog post. It’s a topic that stirs plenty of emotions, swinging between the joy of earned rewards and the bitterness of perceived injustices. Think about it—didn’t get that promotion you thought you...
by David Brown | Aug 27, 2024 | Blog, HumanFirst, Journal, Leadership, Personal Growth, Thoughts, Writing |
Choosing one’s socks is typically a low decision-making priority for the average person daily. It usually falls somewhere between deciding to wake up and shower vs. pushing the snooze button and which type of bagel to order on their way to the office. Unless, of...