Bronny and Lebron
If you follow basketball, then you know what happened last week. If you ate more than your share of barbeque on the 4th or drank too much...
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Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jun 72 min read
2 Halves = 1 Whole
What scares you? Clowns are at the top of some lists. Seeing Trump in office despite 34 guilty counts is also a concern for many. I've...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Oct 20, 20235 min read
An Ultra Story
I took two glances at the WhatsApp message. "Did I read that correctly?" I asked myself. “Save the Date: October 11-14, Sandals...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Sep 8, 20233 min read
Stay Ready
How do you handle time off? Perhaps that's a ridiculous question because you don't take breaks or vacations. Maybe resting is what you...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Apr 7, 20232 min read
Back to Instructional Design
Is there anything in your life that you need to revisit? After Brandon Johnson's historic election to Chicago's mayoral office, I feel...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Mar 10, 20233 min read
Breathing, Promotions, and Traveling
How do you restore your strength after class? Do you return to the office for a few minutes? Perhaps, you go to the bathroom or recover...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jan 20, 20232 min read
Run and Reach
Do you have any fitness goals? Is 2023 your year to lose weight and gain muscle? January is a prime time to take the first steps toward...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Oct 21, 20224 min read
THAT Stinky Professor
The human body does not release toxins through its pores. Sweat is the ingenious way we cool off when temperatures rise or exert...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Sep 16, 20223 min read
Sunday Barks, Biceps, and Beer
Last Sunday morning, the dog barked at two ladies on the road outside our house. The walkers started the week with a few good steps...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jun 17, 20223 min read
Lace, Walk, and Run
Do you run? If you are non-disabled, you can run. Today, you may not be able to run far or fast, but you can move a tad more quickly than...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Nov 19, 20212 min read
Before You Speak
How do you prepare for a classroom lecture, meeting presentation, or another form of a speaking engagement? I've thought more about my...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Oct 8, 20213 min read
Climbing Through The Struggle
What problems are you facing today? If all is well with you, take a few moments to be grateful. It’s also important to realize that...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Sep 10, 20215 min read
A Marathon Without Training
How can you run a marathon without training? That's a foolish question! It would be best if you didn't attempt to run 26. 2 miles/ 42...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Jun 11, 20212 min read
Capoeira Without Input
How much time do you spend on social media interacting with friends and looking for inspiration to develop your capoeira game? It’s been...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
May 14, 20213 min read
Capoeira Circles and Life Squares
It's 5:49 AM on a Saturday, and I am standing on a circular wooden deck overlooking the Caribbean sea. I turn to the left and right of me.
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Mar 12, 20212 min read
Mindful Moments
How can you incorporate mindful practices into your everyday activities? It takes consistent practice to bring your full self to the...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Feb 26, 20214 min read
Tattoos, Muscles, and Legacy
Do muscles, tattoos, and children make you a man? I’m sure you know the answer to that question. In case you’re having a fuzzy moment,...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Dec 11, 20203 min read
Connecting Passion to Purpose
What is your passion? If passion is too strong, begin with interest. What interests you? After reflecting on these self-awareness...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Nov 20, 20205 min read
Teaching Capoeira and Learning Strategies by Instructional Design
How much time do you spend thinking about and working to improve your teaching practices?...
Vernon C. Lindsay, PhD
Nov 6, 20204 min read
Delayed Elections, Birthday Reflections, and Capoeira Completions
Did you vote in this year's election? I am not attempting to shame you if you decided to stay home and not vote. In some past elections,...
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