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Jim Young

Apr 4
5 min

How Values Help You Thrive In A Crisis

When you have a clear and active set of values, even the most challenging situations can be easy to navigate.

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Jim Young

Dec 16, 2019
4 min

How to Humanize AI

Jim looks into alternative versions of AI to find a deeper connection, one that can bring more meaning to us regular beings.

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Jim Young

Nov 10, 2019
4 min

Turning A Life Crossroads Into an Intersection

Taking a careful look at the difference between a crossroads and an intersection reveals a fundamental shift that opens up a new avenue...

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Jim Young

Oct 12, 2019
5 min

Bad News for Harmony & Joy

How do we get to Harmony & Joy? First we have to get to a functional baseline. Once there, a clear path opens up if we use the right tools.

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Jim Young

Sep 26, 2019
4 min

Newsflash: Divorced Dad Has Shining Moment with His Teens

A divorced dad tells his story of getting help and using his values to create a memorable (and positive) experience with his teenage kids.

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Jim Young

Sep 14, 2019
4 min

Sharing My Birthday Presence

Wishing myself a happy birthday and hoping to share my presents (and presence) with you.

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Jim Young

Dec 17, 2018
4 min

15 Letters Towards the Male Revolution We Need

I've seen a terrific article circulating on my social media feeds this past week. It was written a couple of years ago about one of my fa...

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Jim Young

Oct 18, 2018
2 min

Using Improv to Improve

Today I'm looking forward to, and feeling grateful for, the improv show I get to perform in this Saturday. I only took up improv comedy ...

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