Infusing Olympism
The games of the XXXIII Olympiad are nearing their end. More than 11,000 athletes from over 200 countries made their way to Paris to compete in the world’s preeminent sporting event. I enjoy following the Olympics. Like many of you, I find myself engrossed in sports...
Cricket Teammates
A few months ago, I started sharing short videos on social media featuring unique insights about the art of being a good teammate. The videos, aptly named “Good Teammate Insights,” have been steadily gaining attention. I was trying to record an after dark version of...
Measureless Mudita
People often ask me what is the most outward sign to predict if someone you’re observing is a good teammate. My answer is measureless Mudita. Watch how they respond to others’ success. Over the course of the last month and a half, I’ve spent a fair amount of time...
They’re Solid
Sometimes I glance at my watch to check the time and notice all the scratches on its face and the fading color of its band. In these moments, I cannot help but wonder if it’s time for me to get a new watch. As I ponder this question, Eric Church’s song “Solid”...
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