Few things would gratify me as much as a rediscovered respect for things belonging to others. Not abusing the property of others (or that of the comm….

When we complain, we often project onto others the dissatisfaction of how we're dealing with our own lives..

Civility means a great deal more than just being nice to one another. It is complex and encompasses learning how to connect successfully and live wel….

When the healthy pursuit of self-interest and self-realizatio n turns into self-absorption , other people can lose their intrinsic value in our eyes ….

If we are kind and considerate, people will want to be around us, and we benefit from enduring circles of attention and care..

These small indignities and minor cruelties take a toll. They add to the burden of stress and fatigue that is already present in the workplace and th….

Don't discount the power of your words. The thought that they might cause unnecessary hurt or discomfort should inform every conversation..

Bragging is often merely a ladder we build for ourselves out of words when we are afraid we are not tall enough in the eyes of the world. It is an un….

Respecting others' opinions doesn't mean being untrue to our own..