Offense Archives

A young adult looking angry and dismissive typing on a computer that has a YouTube comment section on the screen.

What should you do instead? – 7 Takeaways No. 231

We only think we remember. The struggle is important. Incentives to anger. Reliably connecting with your audience. Reminders of important lessons. Everyone’s in pain. Responding to offense.

A woman taking offense at some perceived slight. She has a short, blonde bob haircut, is wearing trendy clothes, and has an indignant expression on her face. Her hands are on her hips, and she is standing in a modern, well-lit retail store. Other shoppers in the background are glancing at her with curiosity.

You’re Easily Offended – 7 Takeaways No. 184

Grief as a measure of love. People problems. Being liked, or not. You know nothing. But offending you is easy. Criticism will do it. Worrying about the wrong things.

A photorealistic image of a pressure cooker on a stove, appearing as if it's about to explode. The cooker is rendered in sharp detail, showing steam escaping from around its tightly sealed lid, emphasizing a sense of imminent danger. The kitchen setting is typical, with a focus on the cooker capturing the intensity and urgency of the moment.

The Pressure Cooker Of The Brain – 7 Takeaways No. 174

Understanding loneliness. Is it really luck? The power of just listening. Keeping your faith in humanity. Unnecessary constraints. Offense as a means to control. Whatever it is, learn from it.

A peaceful beach setting under a clear, serene sky. The beach is quiet and pristine, with soft golden sands stretching towards a calm, azure sea. The gentle lapping of waves provides a soothing background. In this tranquil scene, an older man with a serene, content expression sits on a wooden bench, placed on the beach, facing the sea. He is dressed casually, suitable for the beach environment, and he seems completely at ease, fully immersed in observing his surroundings. His gaze suggests a deep appreciation for the beauty of the moment, embodying a sense of peace and mindfulness.

Judge Less, Observe More – 7 Takeaways No. 167

Another wide range of topics this week: Facts is facts, Adulting, Over-sensitive Triggering, Complaining, Working hard, Using summer vacation wisely, and Simplifying life. And a Corgi link, too.

A photorealistic image capturing the moment 'One Saturday morning last October, my friend Greg and I were running down the North Kaibab Trail in the Grand Canyon, close to halfway through 26 miles of trail.' The image shows two runners, Greg and the narrator, in mid-stride on a rugged, picturesque trail within the Grand Canyon. The vast canyon landscape stretches around them, with its iconic red and orange rock formations and a deep blue sky overhead. The runners are depicted with expressions of joy and exhilaration, emphasizing the awe and beauty of the moment. The scene conveys a sense of adventure, friendship, and the grandeur of nature.

Everything is Cool – 7 Takeaways No. 161

Sure, there’s other stuff, but let’s not overlook how amazing things are.

Speaking Butterfly to Caterpillar People — 7 Takeaways No. 86

Division, Uniqueness, Evidence, Morals, Communication, Attention, Local Journalism, Offense

Often the Battle is With Insecurity — 7 Takeaways No. 81

Aging, Money, Failure, Learning, Hope, Insecurity, Offense