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When Work-Life Balance Isn’t the Point Anymore

Alignment matters more than balance. It’s not about splitting hours evenly, but making sure the hours count. Here’s why shifting from “balance” to “alignment” can help you create a life and work that truly fit together.

10 Aug 2025 3 min read

Speaking for Humanity: The Wisdom of the Heart in the Age of AI

In a time of rapid AI advancement, a Vatican voice calls on us to reflect on dignity, humanity, and what the Church calls “the wisdom of the heart.” I share insights from a compelling FIR interview with Monsignor Paul Tighe to remind us that our future must be shaped with and for people.

30 Jul 2025 5 min read

Keeping Cool in the Home Office in the Heatwave

Creating an airtight AC installation in my garden studio took some imaginative thinking. An acrylic panel made all the difference – now it’s efficient, removable, and built to last.

12 Jul 2025 3 min read

The Smartest Fix Came from an 8-Year-Old

After days of troubleshooting my portable AC setup, the right fix came from an unexpected source: my 8-year-old granddaughter. Her simple, no-fuss solution reminded me how often we overlook the obvious.

29 Jun 2025 2 min read

Sacred Spaces and Soulful Reflections in Northwest England

In late May, time away in Chester and a side trip to Liverpool gave my wife and me moments to explore two very different cathedrals. One wrapped us in history and warmth. The other, though grand in scale, left us searching for spirit. Both offered space for reflection.

01 Jun 2025 7 min read

The Case for Politeness, Even with AI

It’s a habit as natural as breathing. Whether speaking to a person, a chatbot, or a voice assistant, I instinctively say or type, "Thank you." It’s not something I think about – it just happens. But does it really matter? I've learned that I’m

07 Mar 2025 3 min read

When Work-Life Balance Isn’t the Point Anymore

Speaking for Humanity: The Wisdom of the Heart in the Age of AI

Keeping Cool in the Home Office in the Heatwave

The Smartest Fix Came from an 8-Year-Old

Sacred Spaces and Soulful Reflections in Northwest England

The Case for Politeness, Even with AI

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