Difference, Dialogue, Discovery

Following one of the most divisive and difficult elections in modern history, it feels like we're now left with a country that's more divided than ever.  As a mediator and facilitator, I strive to keep my own ideological beliefs private and preserve an air of neutrality that will serve my diverse clients' needs. This is … Continue reading Difference, Dialogue, Discovery

The Morning After

It has been a hard couple of months.  Last night the conflict that has laid bare the deep fissures in our country were brought to a head.  This election's results were going to be historic regardless of the outcome.  This morning I realize this history being a much longer story than I previously acknowledged.  Although … Continue reading The Morning After

Pope Francis, John Boehner, and Bill Ury Walk into a Bar…

As I listen to the news, I'm often quick to connect events, as well as the way we talk about them with whatever I'm reading.  I'm currently re-reading William Ury's book The Third Side. I will leave the artful discussion of this idea to Ury himself (definitely check out the book!) but this idea of … Continue reading Pope Francis, John Boehner, and Bill Ury Walk into a Bar…