Essays
Family & Formation
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Leadership lessons in unexpected places
A day at a crowded water park reveals five practical lessons for leaders: set clear expectations, inspect what you expect, understand motivation, stay curious about barriers, and care enough to say no.
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Sometimes you’ve only been here six years
A six-year-old’s tears over a carrot are not really about the carrot. Sometimes understanding begins by noticing the transition, loneliness, and exhaustion surrounding the moment—and offering comfort before correction.
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Sometimes a baby poops and you have to evacuate the pool
A canceled swim lesson begins as an inconvenience and becomes a lesson in perspective. When plans fall apart, a parent can remain stuck in frustration—or help children move through disappointment with honesty and humor.