By Patrick
Learn how to become an effective activist by Converting, Collaborating and Conspiring your way to meaningful change Practical Activism in 3 Parts In January of 2003, in Uijongbu, Korea, I engaged in one of the most subversive acts of my life: secretly speaking out about the military’s Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell…
By Patrick
The dangerous dismissal of truth in favor of emotional appeal is on the rise. Here's how to stand up, speak truth, and keep your cool when you do. This is Part III in the series on Brene Brown’s book Braving the Wilderness Bullshit is Dangerous This was a difficult post…
By Patrick
Telling your personal story is the most powerful tool in activism. Sharing our stories can heal our communities, our country and ourselves. This is Part II in the series on Brene Brown’s book Braving the Wilderness In the spring of 2006 I was part of a nationwide tour to speak…
By Patrick
A culture of "fitting in" has damaged our society. True belonging will transform it. This is Part I in the series on Brene Brown's book Braving the Wilderness The desire for belonging is a fundamental, and perhaps our most basic human need. Brene argues that the definition of true belonging…
By Patrick
Our politics and culture seem hopelessly divided and toxic. Researcher Brene Brown's new book offers a much needed solution. This is the Introduction to the series on Brene Brown's book Braving the Wilderness I have been a fan of qualitative researcher/storyteller Brene Brown since I watched her first TEDx talk…