Parental love is a paradox, simultaneously delivering the expectation of safe harbor with the consequences of discipline. Mothers occupy the pinnacle of parental love, but there’s a uniqueness abou... » More

Could you use a vacation this summer? Could your business use a vacation from you? Here are four ideas to help you consider taking more time off. » More

The only force in the universe that comes close to a mother’s sweet/fierce love is a father’s tough/courageous love. On Father's Day, we celebrate the parental toughness of fathers. » More

Regardless of how the 2020 election ends, millions of Americans now fear that winning at the polls isn’t enough to overcome a new force Blasingame has named "The Machine," who, like the Pharisees o... » More

Jim Blasingame shares the reasons for his scrooge-ness and advocates for making the holiday spirit of giving last all year. » More

Small Business Advocate and self-described "scrooge" Jim Blasingame explains why being a scrooge during the holidays isn't always a bad thing. » More

Jim Blasingame offers evidence to defend himself as a self-described scrooge, why this is the case, and what we all should do to extend the holiday spirit of giving year-round. » More

A reflection on what it means to be truly thankful. » More

How one person, choosing to do good, can make a difference in the lives of many: a reflection on cause and effect for Thanksgiving. » More

Some say I’m a scrooge – they might be right. But here are three exhibits in my defense: » More