Author Archives: bryan

We do not have to understand the reason we are driven or compelled to act. There are multiple examples in nature of animal and plant behavior that is beneficial, but we do not believe that the tree comprehends or is … Continue reading →

‘To make the familiar strange’ – I learned this week that artists (such as Paul Klee) and philosophers (such as Wittgenstein) have long laid claim to this task. This is somewhat obvious in many creative arts and though I had … Continue reading →

Last week I encouraged doubt and uncertainty in the form of thoughtful (internal and external) skepticism. I also encouraged the following, which (I believe) will flow better from a wellspring of doubt and uncertainty: an acknowledgment of the fluid nature … Continue reading →

Each day I work at translating my Life – my daily actions – into something meaningful and worthwhile. Many days I am confounded; most often, not as I go through my day, but at the end of the day looking … Continue reading →

I have nothing this week. Which, if you’ve been paying attention, means that I have something. I just need to find it. I’ve been distracted this week by 200+ chigger bites obtained on a picnic in a state park. I … Continue reading →