In the technology world, we talk about "legacy" software. That is, old programs that linger around and impact the way you do things today. Replacing them can be challenging and costly.
I was thinking the other day about "Legacy You" or really "Legacy Me."
Over the past 18 months or so, I've been putting forth a concerted effort to work on my emotional intelligence, empathy, and compassion. Some progress has been made and there's still a lot of work to be done.
That being said, there are many people with whom I interact and whmo I haven't seen or talked to in a long time, so they may not be aware (or see immediate evidence) that I'm working on changing that part of my character.
This came to a head a few weeks ago when someone rebuked me in a pretty harsh way, one that I think I would have been appropriate for me a few years ago, but less so today.
I wasn't upset. I just realized the person was behaving in a way that was appropriate for what I hope/believe is "Legacy Jer."
It made me realized that, no matter how much each of us tries to change, we are all dealing with others' perspectives on our "Legacy" Selves.
It's a good reminder, however, about the future. How we behave today is going to impact future behaviors towards us.
Monday, February 27, 2017
Tuesday, February 07, 2017
Why We Love Sports
It's not for the raw physical prowess. It's for what it shows us about how we can be...if we choose to be.
The lesson of Sunday's incredible Super Bowl and Monday's Cavs-Wizards game (Paco, Nadia, and I were all watching live) was the same.
How you choose to respond to adversity is the key.
Obviously, Brady and the Pats could have walked into the locker room at halftime and said "ok, I guess it's not meant to be." Many, many, many other people would have done the same. We see it all the time. They throw in the towel. But not those guys.
Then, Monday night...here's the thing. LeBron hits an incredible 3 pointer, off the glass, while falling out of bounds to tie the game.
But the really remarkable thing is that on the previous play, he had missed a WIDE OPEN LAY-UP. It went from about the easiest shot of his life to one of his most difficult ever.
Here's what I told the kids about it.
After blowing that shot, there are many people who would have pitied themselves, gotten upset, cried, and had their confidence totally shaken.
Not LBJ.
The fact that he shook it off and then came back to make that shot, that's the lesson.
It's why Brady and LBJ are 2 of the all-time greats. They have physical skills (some don't love what Brady has!), but they are mental toughness titans.
The lesson of Sunday's incredible Super Bowl and Monday's Cavs-Wizards game (Paco, Nadia, and I were all watching live) was the same.
How you choose to respond to adversity is the key.
Obviously, Brady and the Pats could have walked into the locker room at halftime and said "ok, I guess it's not meant to be." Many, many, many other people would have done the same. We see it all the time. They throw in the towel. But not those guys.
Then, Monday night...here's the thing. LeBron hits an incredible 3 pointer, off the glass, while falling out of bounds to tie the game.
ARE YOU KIDDING ME?#LeBronJames ties it up w/ the THREE off the glass! pic.twitter.com/8fuNrHqprL— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) February 7, 2017
But the really remarkable thing is that on the previous play, he had missed a WIDE OPEN LAY-UP. It went from about the easiest shot of his life to one of his most difficult ever.
Here's what I told the kids about it.
After blowing that shot, there are many people who would have pitied themselves, gotten upset, cried, and had their confidence totally shaken.
Not LBJ.
The fact that he shook it off and then came back to make that shot, that's the lesson.
It's why Brady and LBJ are 2 of the all-time greats. They have physical skills (some don't love what Brady has!), but they are mental toughness titans.
What's the most cutting-edge way to buy a new suit?
So...I have to buy a new suit.
To stay consistent with the brand, I am trying to figure out the most cutting-edge way to buy a new suit (without breaking the bank compared to a 'traditional' solution.)
I'm open to ideas, suggestions, or nominations.
To stay consistent with the brand, I am trying to figure out the most cutting-edge way to buy a new suit (without breaking the bank compared to a 'traditional' solution.)
I'm open to ideas, suggestions, or nominations.
Monday, February 06, 2017
Best sports year ever?
Between the Super Bowl, Game 7 of World Series, and Game 7 of NBA finals, have we just experienced the best sports finale combination ever?
Friday, February 03, 2017
Is Make America Great Again a Desire for the 1950s?
This morning, I asked Alexa to play Rock and Roll Part 2 and somehow ended up with 50 greatest rock and roll hits from the 50s. It was still good.
As I listened to it, I turned to Paco and said,
For many people, I explained, that image represents an era of unbridled economic prosperity and opportunity. Job growth, taking on big challenges in infrastructure like the Interstate Highway system, and upward mobility. Plus, as I hearkened back to the "Enchantment Under the Sea" scene from Back to the Future (before Marty goes all Chuck Berry, of course), for many there's a perceived nostalgia around wholesomeness, safety, and security.
Of course, I also explained to him, for many people the 1950s represent an era when women couldn't get abortions, homosexuals couldn't safely self-identify in public, segregation/Jim Crow was rampant, and miscegenation was illegal, just to name a few. Having just visited Atlanta and the Civil Rights Museum, that resonated.
I'm probably not the first person to make this observation of MAGA=1950s and for you, it's probably obvious, but for some reason it dawned on me this morning as a possibility.
Given Trump's age (he was 4-14) during the 50s, I wonder if there's a psychological angle for him as well. Innocence before it was lost (Rosebud) or something like that...
Undoubtedly, others will have opinions on this one.
As I listened to it, I turned to Paco and said,
"you know, I wonder if when Trump says 'Make America Great Again,' he was actually trying to evoke an emotional connection to the 1950s?"
For many people, I explained, that image represents an era of unbridled economic prosperity and opportunity. Job growth, taking on big challenges in infrastructure like the Interstate Highway system, and upward mobility. Plus, as I hearkened back to the "Enchantment Under the Sea" scene from Back to the Future (before Marty goes all Chuck Berry, of course), for many there's a perceived nostalgia around wholesomeness, safety, and security.
Of course, I also explained to him, for many people the 1950s represent an era when women couldn't get abortions, homosexuals couldn't safely self-identify in public, segregation/Jim Crow was rampant, and miscegenation was illegal, just to name a few. Having just visited Atlanta and the Civil Rights Museum, that resonated.
I'm probably not the first person to make this observation of MAGA=1950s and for you, it's probably obvious, but for some reason it dawned on me this morning as a possibility.
Given Trump's age (he was 4-14) during the 50s, I wonder if there's a psychological angle for him as well. Innocence before it was lost (Rosebud) or something like that...
Undoubtedly, others will have opinions on this one.
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