It is especially frustrating after deciding to change a behavior to find yourself violating your own decision. Suppose, for example, you've decided to stop using the words "right" and "wrong" -- substituting them instead with "works" and "doesn't work." Now, what do you do if you slip and use the word "right" or "wrong?" Do you get upset with yourself?...

A reporter asked me for unique New Year's resolutions, so I asked myself what Responsibility Redefined has to offer. Here's what I came up with. Resolve this year, and every day, and every year, to: Acknowledge your humanity -- your ability to both fall down and to get up and brush yourself off. Forgive yourself for all past, present, and...