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Human nature, reality, and the ceaseless flow of time
Most psychologists agree we are wired to resist change. In fact, a recent study showed that monkeys are more cognitively flexible than humans. That’s not to say we’re incapable of change or even enjoying change on occasion, but for the most part, we like things the way they are. That’s why you’ll see people sit … Continue reading Human nature, reality, and the ceaseless flow of time

There are no answers, only reasons to be strong
Asking “Why?” can be a millstone. I know what happened. I know when it happened. I know how it happened. I know to whom it happened. The entire USAFA family knows the answers to all those questions. None of us know why. And the weight of not knowing why is unbearable. Why did Cadet Christopher … Continue reading There are no answers, only reasons to be strong

A somber introduction to #YourCadetIsMyCadet
I’ve written recently about how most of your friends and family really don’t understand what it means to have a child at one of our military academies. And while many will talk about how close they are with the parents of their child’s classmates, I am confident they will not understand our bond. That’s not … Continue reading A somber introduction to #YourCadetIsMyCadet