Usually, among the honks and waves of support, we receive a few thumbs-down and even fingers-up. But on Wednesday, our critics were mad. I was puzzled at first when a scowling young man pulled over to the curb and pointed to the words "Due Process" on my sign, sneering, "Due process with a gun, you mean." The next man to vent clarified, shouting across traffic at a red light, "You're destroying the country! A good man died today because of you and your violence!"
During back-to-school month, take time to strengthen these eight wisdom life skills that are never taught in school. These essential traits are based on my wisdom study and Common Wisdom book findings, and they can help you increase your joy, happiness, and success. While education is important and necessary, having intelligence is not the same as having wisdom. Think about the people you know who are highly intelligent and well accomplished: Do they all make good decisions, and do they live meaningful lives?
Join Me chronicles the journey of starting a positivity cult through simple acts of kindness initiated by Danny Wallace, which became a sense of community for many.
When I was on a crowded train, my two-year-old son started losing it, but I kept him entertained with noises and games, though it annoyed some passengers.