by AoA | Jan 9, 2025 | Core Identity Exploration
A wise man once told me, “this is important training for even more intense times to come.” Richard had a cheeky smile as he said that. And that’s really stuck with me over the years. He was referring to post-traumatic growth, more or...
by AoA | Dec 12, 2024 | Core Identity Exploration
The recent assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has triggered a wave of interesting public reaction. Confusion, outrage, admiration. In a way, I understand this. When systems feel immovable and frustrations run really deep, it’s human to admire...
by AoA | Dec 12, 2024 | Core Identity Exploration
Throughout my time in the military, especially in sniper school, I learned the skill of patience. I quickly realized that rushing, overreacting, or letting urgency take over almost always resulted in big mistakes. Now, patience isn’t just about waiting....
by AoA | Nov 29, 2024 | Core Identity Exploration
Is it time for your human quarterly check-in? I’ve come to appreciate that there’s a part of Western corporate culture that really works. It’s not something I often admit, The quarterly division of the fiscal year into Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4 originated from the need to...
by AoA | Nov 21, 2024 | Core Identity Exploration
At the heart of the Zero Point philosophy is a question: What collapses your field, and what makes it stronger? There’s no one answer to this question. Which is why our philosophy isn’t an answer. A question like this can serve as a guide for...
by AoA | Oct 31, 2024 | Core Identity Exploration
I’ve been thinking about moral high-ground lately. How do I stand up for something with integrity and conviction without falling into the common trap of self-righteousness? If I see some of my values as sacred, how far will I fight to preserve the integrity of...
