St. Patrick, The Man Behind the Holiday

St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. We mostly think of wearing green to celebrate, but the man behind the holiday has held a growing fascination for me. Perhaps it’s because he lived as a missionary, something I wanted to become when I was a young man. Or perhaps it’s the autobiography he wrote, […]

Why Men Must Become Mindful

In the last post, I examined the increasing cultural interest in mindfulness. Whether the field is spirituality, neurology, therapy, physiology, or psychology, mindfulness has become a red-hot topic. This week, I want to explore why men must become mindful. Men Who Are Not Mindful It has happened on more than one occasion. I’m in a […]

The Power of Face-to-Face

I feel it when Heidi speaks to me with words of endearment. I sense it when I see the sparkle in my daughter’s eyes. I notice it when a friend walks with me, and we enjoy each other’s company. I am aware of it in my small groups as men gather to share their stories. […]