End the Fear

July 8, 2016 Joey Cope 4

I am fortunate because I have friends from diverse cultural backgrounds. However, I am remiss for my failures to consistently seek understanding of the life experiences — the trials and the celebrations — of those who are different from me. I don’t see such things as race, ethnicity, religion, or [read more]

NEAT Communication – Accurate

April 13, 2016 Joey Cope 0

“Almost” is easier than “Correct.” “Approximately” is quicker than “Exactly.” “Accurate” takes more effort and time. Yet, “Accurate” builds credibility, relationship, and trust. And if you have all of that, you’ll be included in what is really important in life. In some ways, being accurate would seem to be the [read more]

NEAT Communication – Effective

March 15, 2016 Joey Cope 0

How much time do you invest in your choice of words? If you’re like me, you really want to get them right the first time — and you are a little impatient if you have to repeat them. We want to be known as effective communicators. Yet, what are the [read more]

Simple Justice

December 4, 2015 Joey Cope 0

Recently I was making a visit in a local jail. As I stood in line to request the visit, a young mother came in behind me. I couldn’t help but hear the discussion between her and her daughter. Photo Credit: Saikano259 “Mom, is this the jail?” she asked. “Yes, Honey, [read more]

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Happy Thanksgiving

November 25, 2015 Joey Cope 0

Nancy and I — and Togo! — hope that you have the most wonderful Thanksgiving ever. Stand with others. [youtube url=”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpTdpPRfUPg”] Happy Thanksgiving!