The Man in the Arena
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A recurring theme in Theodore Roosevelt’s writings and speeches was “the man in the arena.” Here is one of his classic quotes…
William's 400-meter failure
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During the past few months I have been volunteering as the assistant track and field coach at my daughter’s high school. I’ve…
The Audience or the Conductor?
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Whose eye does an elite orchestral musician most want to catch, the audience’s or the conductor’s? For a brilliant symphony musician, audience…
Superman, Batman, and YOU
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Superman…Batman…Ironman…the Incredible Hulk…what is Marvel teaching us, and what, if anything, do these stories say about you? Super hero stories have always…
Waiting to exhale
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“Runners, take your mark…get set…” Now hold it right there. Have you ever noticed the peculiar rituals that Olympic sprinters…
