In today’s world of boastful athletes, it seems that humility is a lost trait. But the 2006 Winter Olympics in particular offer a shining example for athletes and business leaders, alike. For 14 days ...

As Rosh Hashanah — the Jewish New Year — approaches, Jewish people around the world will prepare to observe this significant occasion with prayers, repentance and gatherings. One of the most profound ...

In Judaism, there is a core and ancient teaching that we should strive to learn an important lesson from every experience in ...

Sunday, Dec. 25, is the Nativity of the Lord. Mass readings: Isaiah 62:1-5; Psalm 89:4-5, 16-17, 27, 29; Acts 13:16-17, 22-25; Matthew 1:1-25 or Matthew 1:18-25. The Newborn Christ is not found where ...

It is just about time for my yearly lesson in humility, and I am beginning to get nervous. Each academic year, at some point, I am forced to confront either my own humanity, or that of one of my ...

A mother who attended a recent presentation during which I described the differences between high self-esteem and humility writes asking, “What should my husband and I be doing to help our children ...

Last Sunday my 4-year-old granddaughter Layla caught more fish than me again, like she did two months ago when we visited a farm pond. My reputation as a highly skilled fly-fisherman is at stake. I ...