by Tom Esch | Nov 5, 2024 | How to Handle Polarizing Topics and Challenging People, Blog
This Thanksgiving it is possible someone will make a comment about something other than the football game or the quality of the pumpkin pie. Maybe even the recent election. This could be challenging. We are living in highly polarized times, and even the most skillful...
by Tom Esch | May 26, 2021 | How to Handle Polarizing Topics and Challenging People, Blog
George Floyd was killed by Derek Chauvin, a year ago yesterday. Just a few miles from where our family lived for 18 years. A huge loss for all who knew Mr. Floyd. And a lot of years in prison for Mr. Chauvin. Tragic on multiple levels. It disrupted us as a...
by Tom Esch | Nov 5, 2020 | How to Handle Polarizing Topics and Challenging People, Blog
Too close to call. We do not yet know for sure who the next President will be. A lot of people are feeling anxious now. Maybe your breathing is shallow even as you read this. Are you taking at least 5 seconds to exhale? (always better to exhale a little longer...
by Tom Esch | Sep 28, 2020 | How to Handle Polarizing Topics and Challenging People, Blog
This is mostly my personal reflections on current events. I hope my thoughts inspire you to speak up respectfully about what you believe, with an open heart to listen to others who have different ideas from you. We are in the middle of a giant, dangerous racial...
by Tom Esch | Feb 29, 2020 | How to Handle Polarizing Topics and Challenging People, Wellness/Mental Health/Stress Relief, Blog
I’m worried about white men. I know this is a risky thing to write. White middle-aged men in particular. I know, you may think I’m a racist, or an ageist. Or fomenting conflict. From my point of view, I am genuinely worried about white-middle-aged men (and yes, in...
by Tom Esch | Nov 28, 2019 | How to Handle Polarizing Topics and Challenging People, Blog
First I wish to express my gratitude to all those who have supported my work in 2019. It has been an exceptional year for me, both my regular consulting work as well as the “Fr. Vito” show that is going on its fourth year. Your support, interest and care...
