Word Wendsday – “Epistemology”
Word Wednesday • “Epistemology” is my word for WordWednesday Definition- Noun • Philosophy, a branch of philosophy concerned with knowledge or study the nature of knowledge Pronunciation • Pronunciation – /əˌpistəˈmäləjē Usage • “Epistemology” is one of my friend Ellen’s favorite subjects. Closing Question • Why do you think “Epistemology” is essential to a continuing education? My…
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What Sparks ignite your STRESS?
News and Stress It seems that everyone is talking about the stress they are experiencing. My neighbor and I were discussing how the daily news about the Coronavirus, the economy, demonstrations, deaths, students remote learning at home, and the 2020 election can spark and ignite an individual’s stress level. Social media, newspapers, radio programs, blogs, and…
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Word Wednesday – “Estival”
Word Wednesday • “Estival” is my word for WordWednesday Definition- Adjective • Relating to the summer season Pronunciation • Pronunciation – es·ti·val \ ˈe-stə-vəl Usage • “Estival” traces back to aestas, which is the Latin word for summer. Closing Question • What is you most favorite activity, such as eating watermelon, when the “Estival” season arrives? My family…
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The #1 Secret for Writing a Book!
Why write a book I find it fascinating that so many people are eager to know how an author writes a book. They are curious for many reason. Below are just a few: 1. They want to write a book. 2. They are thinking about writing a book. 3. They don’t know how to begin…
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Word Wednesday – “Dulcet”
Word Wednesday • “Dulcet” is my word for WordWednesday Definition- Adjective • Pleasing to the ear, sweet to the taste, pleasant or agreeable Pronunciation • Pronunciation – DUL-sut Usage • I love the summer fruits because they are deliciously “Dulcet” at this time of year! Closing Question • What do you find most “Dulcet” to your ears or taste? …
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2020 Presidential Candidates’ Brain Color Personalities Can Influence Your Vote!
Past Presidential Candidates’ Brain Color Personalities There are only 77 days until November 3rd—Election Day 2020. I have been determining the candidates’ Brain Colors since Presidential Election of 2000. That was the contested (hanging chads) election when Al Gore, a Green Brainer and Joe Lieberman, a Blue Brainer ran against George W. Bush, an Orange…
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Word Wednesday -“Confabulate”
Word Wednesday • “Confabulate” is my word for WordWednesday Definition- Verb • To chat, engage in an in informal conversations or meetings, or to fabricate imaginary experiences when there is a loss of memory Pronunciation • Pronunciation – kun-FAB-yuh-layt Usage • Because of the Coronavirus many people are missing their normal opportunities to “Confabulate” with friends, family, and…
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Is your attitude: The Glass 1/2 Full, 1/2 Empty, or Something Else?
Full, Empty or Overflowing? People talk about their glass being 1/2 Full or 1/2 Empty. However, my childhood friend Helene describe her glass as filled to the top and with bubbles overflowing the rim of the glass. Helene says, “You must keep your own glass not only full, but overflowing so you have all of…
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Word Wednesday – Risible
Word Wednesday • “Risible” is my word for WordWednesday Adjective • Capable of laughing, disposed to laughing, laughable, provoking laughter, associated with, relating to, or used in laughter Pronunciation • Pronunciation – RIZZ-uh-b Usage • The children were “Risible” when their teacher began to sing in class. • Do you have “Risible” situations or people that you know…
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Discover what your professional and/or personal brand demonstrates about your personality!
My family friend and fellow author Ibrahim Lahoud, who is the Business Director & Head of Growth at Brand Lounge helped me thinking about my of branding, when I received an email from him, yesterday. Branding Report Eby’s email included a informative and insightful report, which was entitled Navigating Brands in Uncharted Territory. When I…
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Word Wednesday – Farrago
“Farrago” is my word for WordWednesday. • Noun: A mixture, hodgepodge, mishmash, collage, gumbo, quilt • Usage: I love my “Farrago” of buttons from my mother and mother-in-law in my button boxes. • Pronunciation – fəˈräɡō,fəˈrāɡō • He created a delicious dinner from a “Farrago” of leftovers from his freezer. My family business memoir No Bunk,…
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A Lesson In Humanity = A Shining and Unforgettable Example
During the Coronavirus, we have been reminded of the lessons of humanity in the newspapers, on the television, radio and/or our phones or tablets. Today, I thought about the inspirational anecdote my Uncle Jerry, who is my mother’s 93 year old brother, contributed to my latest book, No Bunk, Just BS (Business Sense) Below is…
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