Michael Hutchinson Michael Hutchinson

Beyond Hearing: The Art of Deep Listening

Most of us know how it feels to have something we need to get off our chest. Sometimes, we want advice or opinions. But, probably more often, we just want to feel heard. Many of us make an effort to provide this support for the ones we care about. But are we truly listening?

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Michael Hutchinson Michael Hutchinson

This is water

In 2005, the late writer David Foster Wallace gave a speech at Kenyon College called “This is water”. We can learn about self-awareness, mindfulness, and compassion from the words he chose to share with a group of young people entering adult life.

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Michael Hutchinson Michael Hutchinson

A good day to face some fears

A dog told me it’s ok to be afraid sometimes. A well-calibrated life is a balancing act between comfort and stress, providing the best conditions for personal growth and fulfillment.

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