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Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Dec 27, 20193 min read
Superhuman Love
In 2019 I began my classes with one question. I asked my students, “if you could have any superhuman strength, what would it be and why?”...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Nov 1, 20193 min read
Cummings and Feeding Souls
You’re going to be a senator. I would vote for you!” I remember hearing those words when I was about fifteen years old. For whatever...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Oct 18, 20193 min read
Let E-Go and Accept Failure
We must learn to let our egos die. Yes, we must embrace courageous actions that include accepting failure and rejecting foolish pride. In...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Oct 11, 20193 min read
Decisions and Regrets
Have you ever had second thoughts about a decision? It felt right in the moment, but soon after, you regret the choice you selected. I've...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Sep 27, 20194 min read
Man Cave Instincts
Are you listening to your instincts? If you follow an internal compass that guides you to places only you can see, the chances are that...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Sep 13, 20192 min read
Keep it Essential!
Is it essential? This simple question is something we must ask ourselves. We must remind ourselves to stop trying to do everything and to...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Aug 16, 20193 min read
Today Matters and Sharpton Knows
Maxwell and Sharpton could not be any more different if they tried, but in their writings, they express similar views about leadership....
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jul 5, 20192 min read
100 And Going!
I did it! This entry is my 100th blog post. To celebrate this milestone, I am offering $100 off my online self-paced personal development...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jun 14, 20193 min read
When They See Us
They say anger can’t fuel creativity. I say watch Director Ava DuVernay’s docuseries When They See Us. I found myself experiencing every...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
May 17, 20193 min read
Gentrification on the Palm Trees
The weather is warm all year long. Palm trees line many of the streets. The traffic is notorious, but people flock to the city every day....
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
May 10, 20192 min read
Criticism and Growth
She started with, “I like your aura.” “Thank you. It’s nice to meet you,” came my response. We then began to talk about a video I posted...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Apr 19, 20193 min read
I Commit
It has not been perfect. I will continue to face some challenges. Regardless of the circumstances, I commit to making this work. As you...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Apr 12, 20193 min read
4 Nipsey and 615 Others
After finishing Capoeira class last week, I heard the name Nipsey for the first time. A student of mine said his name after I announced...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Mar 15, 20192 min read
1 Law of Power
Today I finished Robert Greene’s book, The 48 Laws of Power. This week is the second time I have attempted to read all 478 pages. The...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jan 25, 20193 min read
Leadership Goals and Trump's 2019
It's that time of year. The season where some of us have identified goals to accomplish over the next twelve months. Creating goals and...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Dec 28, 20183 min read
#birdbox and Your Goals
Without spoiling the movie, I want to share with you a takeaway from Netflix’s popular film Bird Box that can help you meet your 2019...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Dec 14, 20183 min read
Me, You, and Manifestos
Dear You, You could be a student, teacher, administrator, CEO, or employee and find value in making the time to read this blog entry....
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Dec 7, 20183 min read
Hiking Outdoors and Discovering Within
X Marks the Spot on Signal Hill Last weekend I went on a hike. It was not an ordinary walk in the woods. Indeed, it was transformative....
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Nov 16, 20184 min read
Thinking, Deciding, and Acting!
Do you want to begin a business? Is entrepreneurialism calling you every day as you clock-in at your job? The advice I am going to offer...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Oct 26, 20182 min read
Happy Friday and Monday!
It’s Friday! Yes, and I want you to start thinking about Monday. Did I just kill your vibe? I want to help you, so please just read on...
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