A recent study published in the May issue of The Journal of Personality and Social Psychology outlined how gossip can help build cohesion in a social group. In essence, a social group is strengthened when they can protect each other and enrich each other. Gossip delivers and enforces the codes of conduct to the group… Continue reading The Complexity of Gossip
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Crisis? What Crisis?
With a significant birthday on the horizon, I suddenly realize that I have more days behind me than in front of me. With that understanding came my midlife crisis. Crisis? What crisis? I am not being threatened with imminent death. I still have a roof over my head, food in my mouth, a daughter to… Continue reading Crisis? What Crisis?
Come Get Some….
Websters defines moxie as an abundance of energy, pep, courage, determination and know-how. In 1994, I had the pleasure of dating someone who was to have a profound influence on my life. The relationship was not long lived, but it was intense. Scott and I stayed in contact regularly over the next 17 years, mostly… Continue reading Come Get Some….