By John Chandler The can’t-miss trend of 2016 will be that North American disciples pay strategic attention to what it means to be a follower of Jesus at work. “Faith@Work” is not a new topic, but it is and will…
Brain trends, part 2: Designer brain
By John Chandler You have to love the evolution of the online dating scene. We’ve quickly evolved from a generic Match.com or e-Harmony into a world where customization rules. (Farmers Only, anyone?) My favorites are those that promise you will…
Brain trends, part 1: Enhancement
By John Chandler If you’ve ever heard a motivational speaker — or, heck, had a coach — you’ve been told that we only employ a tiny fraction of our vast mental capacity, and that we can tap into so much…
The rules are for everyone else
By John Chandler Big news in my small county: one of our local deputies was recently arrested for DUI and speeding while off-duty. Many in our community were quite upset at the offense, and those who knew the officer-turned-offender knew…
No one knows how to argue anymore
By John Chandler One of my favorite childhood Monty Python skits was the “Argument Clinic.” A man goes in to purchase a proper vigorous debate, and is merely told by the attendant the opposite of whatever he says. “That’s not…
The rise of shadow work
By John Chandler Other than sleep, humans spend more time on work than any other activity. In the United States, a Protestant work ethic land where work is something akin to religion, we are even willing to get less sleep…
Vacation currency
By John Chandler Virgin Airline’s Richard Branson did not get filthy rich by making stupid business decisions. This makes his recent announcement that all Virgin employees will receive unlimited vacation really interesting. You read that right: if you work for…
Uncluttering
By John Chandler About 25 years ago, a wise and slightly-bored retiree friend told me that he was about to start a new business venture: self-storage units. He had done extensive research on American habits and thought he was onto…
When fast makes us fat, dumb and tired
By John Chandler Matthew Sleeth is a medical doctor, later-in-life convert to Christianity, activist for creation care, and author of “24/6 — a prescription for a healthier, happier life.” His book about Sabbath is intelligent, intelligible and winsome. His practical…