Is it our job to de-escalate the police?
Knowing how to de-escalate a situation can save your life. Three years ago, I wrote about a woman held at gunpoint while …
Relationships That Die in Polarized Politics
In 2020, we are grieving the loss of relationships. I am not talking about isolation during the pandemic. I am talking about …
Schools: Covid-19 Edition
Parents and their children are in limbo this summer. Some schools may still reopen, in some form, come September. But how can …
Truth Sandwich on the Menu, Covid-19 Edition
The Truth Sandwich solves a problem that we all have: what do you say when someone says something you know to be …
Why You Are Not in Your Right Mind, Right Now
Brain science tells us that our brains do not work well when we are afraid. When we feel threatened, our higher, mammal …