One of my favorite episodes of “Seinfeld” is The Opposite (S5:E22 – May 19, 1994). In the episode, George Costanza turns his life around by doing the opposite of what he would usually do. George: Every decision I’ve ever made in my entire life has been wrong. My life is the complete opposite of everthing I wantContinueContinue reading “Versus v. Verses”
Author Archives: Marc Casciani
Adversity. Friend or Foe?
Adversity is an inevitable part of life. While we can’t avoid or control it, we can choose how we respond. Our reactions to challenges can either build our character or diminish our spirit. Adversity can be a powerful team builder when responded to constructively. Everyone has a role and a job to do. If oneContinueContinue reading “Adversity. Friend or Foe?”
Conflict Reconciliation
Conflict is a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one. Reconciliation is the restoration of friendly relations. Conflict reconciliation is when we can walk hand in hand without seeing eye to eye. It is when we can agree to disagree in a peaceful, friendly manner. It’s when conflict can be labeled as healthy becauseContinueContinue reading “Conflict Reconciliation”
My Eulogy
We are here today to celebrate the life of Marc David Casciani (October 8, 1969 – September 1, 2065) and to say goodbye to a wonderful man. Death is always sad, but if there were ever a case to celebrate, this would be it. Marc David Casciani (October 8, 1969 – September 1, 2065) ForContinueContinue reading “My Eulogy”
Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 48 – Robert J. Smith, MBA
Ordinary People. Extraordinary Conversations. If “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” and “The Parable of the Good Samaritan” collided at an intersection, then the Neighborly Love podcast would be the result. It features casual conversations over coffee in a “virtual coffee shop” that lean into the power of empathy. It’s about feeling heard, valued, and understood.ContinueContinue reading “Neighborly Love Podcast, Episode 48 – Robert J. Smith, MBA”
Be a Mudder
This post was originally published on November 5, 2017, and is republished today with significant enhancements. Marc the Mudder, Circa November 1986 A mudder is an athlete who performs well in muddy conditions. When I played football as a running back, I was a mudder. Back then, most football fields were natural grass. When conditionsContinueContinue reading “Be a Mudder”
The Art of Letting Go
Do you struggle with letting go of the past? If you do, then you’re in good company. Many of us do. I’d like to share one thing that helped me with your permission. Accept that there’s nothing beneficial about holding on to it. It’s in the past for a reason. It’s gone and you can’tContinueContinue reading “The Art of Letting Go”
MindWolves Re-Mind Program
Purpose: To help adults who feel disturbed and drained by the daily onslaught of negativity by starting and ending their days with gratitude and positivity. Promise: To unlearn what you have learned by renewing your mind 1% every day. To build new habits, passion, and purpose little by little, drip-by-drip. What is it? The MindWolves Re-MindContinueContinue reading “MindWolves Re-Mind Program”
Hope & Optimism
I’m an optimistic person. I look through a lens that sees good in all the messiness and hurt of life. Sometimes that lens gets very dirty and it’s hard to see any good, the silver lining amidst the pain, sadness, and sorrow. When that happens, I feel like giving up. I’ve come close, but somethingContinueContinue reading “Hope & Optimism”
Lessons from a “Pearl” Marriage
On July 30, 2024, my wife and I celebrated our 30th year of marriage. Even as I type that, it’s hard to believe. Thirty years ago, we were naive. We didn’t understand what “for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do usContinueContinue reading “Lessons from a “Pearl” Marriage”
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