Have you ever held doors open, offered your seat, or picked up something that someone dropped, only to get the evil eye? It’s a terrible feeling, because all you were trying to do was be kind. Yet some people see it as chauvinistic, condescending, or self-righteous — when all you tried to show was respect.... [Read More] The post Manners: They’ll Open Doors for You appeared first on Frank…
Some say they want to take better care of themselves, spend more quality time with their family, and less time on social media. They say they want to read more, tackle their bucket list, and become a force for good in the world. But does it happen? Not really. They make promises to themselves they... [Read More] The post Saying Something Isn’t the Same as Doing It appeared first on Frank…
Sometimes we don’t realize how much our actions matter. Like a stone dropped into a stream, even small actions create ripples that travel far beyond where we can see. The words we speak, the habits we keep, the way we handle everyday moments — all of it quietly shapes the world around us. Often, we... [Read More] The post Uh-Oh, Your Children Are Watching appeared first on Frank Sonnenberg Online…
Do you know people who genuinely love what they do? They arrive early, bring positive energy, and are often the last to leave at night. They follow instructions, volunteer for work no one else wants, and always go the extra mile. They’re model employees. They support and uplift others, do what’s right rather than what’s... [Read More] The post Do You Cut People Down for Standing Tall? appeared…
Ask someone who grew up in poverty what it’s like to put food on the table, and they’ll tell you peace of mind is precious. Ask someone who escaped oppression what it’s like to live in the USA and they’ll tell you how grateful they are to be free. Ask someone who survived a serious... [Read More] The post Are You Treating Your Greatest Blessings as an Afterthought? appeared first on Frank…
Many people like to think of themselves as kind, and to some extent, they are. Claiming this quality makes them feel good, and small acts of generosity may make them look good too. But some only see themselves this way because they’ve set the bar low — either convincing themselves they’ve cleared it or simply... [Read More] The post You Say You’re Kind, But Are You? appeared first on Frank…
You probably don’t know his name — but you should. He’s the author of 13 books — endorsed by Stephen R. Covey (famous author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People), presidential candidate Ross Perot, and NFL Hall of Fame coach Bill Parcells. He’s appeared on the cover of a national magazine, and his... [Read More] The post The Most Famous Author You’ve Never Heard Of appeared first on Frank…
Imagine trying to have a civilized conversation while your kids are screaming for your attention. It’s unnerving. That’s exactly what it feels like to get through the day bombarded by clickbait, nonstop solicitations, and social media rants. Is the noise getting to you? And that’s only half the problem. The sheer volume of information in... [Read More] The post Noise: Loud, Proud, and Often Wrong…