by Cheryl Bassitt | Jan 22, 2018 | Connection Tips
Have you ever had an idea pop into your head? You know, a really great idea that you are just sure everyone will think is brilliant. You can’t wait to share it with someone. However, instead of them loving your idea, their first reaction is indifferent or negative. ...
by Cheryl Bassitt | Dec 15, 2017 | Connection Tips
My passion for this website comes from my own family’s journey. About six years ago, we struggled through some very challenging times. Much of the distress we faced evolved around finances. Discussing money is almost always a difficult, emotional subject and widely...
by Cheryl Bassitt | Dec 15, 2017 | Connection Tips
“The little boy looked up at his Indian Chief Father and asked, “What do you think of the world today father?” The Chief replied, “I feel like two wolves are tearing at my heart. One is filled with hatred, jealousy and fear and the other is filled with love, peace...
by Cheryl Bassitt | Dec 15, 2017 | Connection Tips
When I entered into the Next Best Brilliant Idea for Humanity competition, I asked myself two questions; 1) “Is it really possible that a family meeting, once a week, has the power to strengthen a family?” and 2) “Do I believe that through families uniting, we could...
by Cheryl Bassitt | Dec 15, 2017 | Connection Tips
IT’S NEVER THE DESTINATION, IT’S THE JOURNEY. I arrived back in Columbus to find this wonderful note on my night stand and it brought tears to my eyes. Your children are always watching and learning from the example you set. Of course, this note from David touched my...
by Cheryl Bassitt | Dec 15, 2017 | Connection Tips
Here is a great discussion for the whole family. We already know the GOLDEN Rule, “Treat others as you would like to be treated.” However, have you ever heard of the Platinum Rule? Probably even more meaningful for communication, the Platinum Rule states,...