Do The Right Thing

My father had dementia and lived in a care facility. The deterioration of his personality was a big challenge for me to cope with, and was the hardest thing I ever went through. But I...

Do The Right Thing

I work with at-risk high school students. One of my male students comes into school smelling badly from not showering or washing clothes regularly, making it miserable for those around...

Do The Right Thing

My stepfather married my mom when I was seven, and we ranched, did cattle drives, hunted, and fished. He taught me everything he knew about the outdoors, and we did everything together. He...

Do The Right Thing

I once heard you tell a woman to “look in the mirror” when she was trying to work out a problem. That phrase hit me right between the eyes. I worked for the police force in Toronto for 25...

Do The Right Thing

I raised two boys and was mindful that they needed to become thoughtful and respectful men. They knew what two words from my mouth meant, and they were “Help Her.” This applied to opening...

Do The Right Thing

A while ago, I heard you say something to the effect of “I am so tired of women in America dating just anyone instead of choosing. You have the freedom to choose. Stop settling for whoever...

Do The Right Thing

My parents live by your morals and values, and I used to despise them for it. I always knew better, of course. I thought about shacking up with a boyfriend when I was 17. My parents said...

Do The Right Thing

I’ve worked in the mental health field for my entire 30-year career. I’ve worked with kids in residential placements, did crisis work with children and adults, and now I’m a therapist...

Do The Right Thing

I have listened to you for over 30 years – first in the United States, then in Germany and now in South Africa. Here are the most important lessons I’ve learned from you: