Supporting Someone Who is Grieving – A Few Do’s and Don’ts for Family, Friends & Co-workers DO’S Express your condolences. A simple, sincere “I’m so sorry for your loss,” a soft hand on their shoulder and/or a caring hug are usually perfect. Be
Ken’s Speech for the San Diego 9/11 Stair Climb Memorial
KEYNOTE ADDRESS Thank you for inviting me to be a part of this great event honoring those Firefighters and First Responders who have given their lives, and today give their service to all of us. As one who has been called upon after some of
Learning Not to Take Things So Personally
Many of us spend a good part of our lives learning how to stand up for ourselves. The willingness and ability to say how we feel and what we need is not only essential to our survival, it can lead to greater understanding, intimacy, and
“A Teachable Moment in our Country”
Ken appeared on KUSI News this morning to discuss the impact of John McCain’s memorial service – describing it as “a teachable moment in our country”. Click to view the segment. Have a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!
A LIFE WELL LIVED, A NATION WELL SERVED, AND PEOPLE BROUGHT TOGETHER IN UNITY
What John McCain achieved in the days since his passing is something few of our leaders have been able to achieve during their lives. His brilliantly choreographed memorial services in Arizona and Washington brought together disparate elements of our government — and lifted our nation up
When the “Very Best of Hands” Turns Out to Be the Press
When I was a small, impressionable boy, my mother, a New York theater lover, took me to see Li’l Abner, one of Broadway’s best-loved musicals. Written by Gene de Paul and Johnny Mercer in 1956, the tongue-in-cheek song I most remember was “The Country’s in
Calling Out Age Biases
It happens in our families. At work. On TV. In advertising. On the street. And perhaps most important, in our own minds and hearts. I’m talking about age biases—putting people (including ourselves) in a box because of how old they are. Unfortunately, this is something
The Family We Choose
Over the years, I’ve referred to them as my “spiritually adopted daughter,” “kindred spirits,” “brother by another mother,” and even “four-legged children.” They’re unquestionably my family, but it didn’t start out that way. They were chosen. They took long-term occupancy in my heart. And they
When an Apology Isn’t Enough
The power of an apology cannot be underestimated. Uttering the words “I’m sorry” can change the course of a marriage or business partnership, de-escalate a conflict between warring nations, and reopen a broken heart. When it comes to putting something behind us and resolving a
The Pros and Cons of Denial
Denial is one of those things in life that can be both a blessing and a curse. For example, after my daughter’s death, being able to push the horror of it out of my mind for a few short minutes and hours afforded me a temporary reprieve
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