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Notes From The Field
October 2022
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Have you ever had a coach? If you’ve played sports at any level, gone through a development workshop, or worked with a professional mentor, you almost certainly have been coached! Oct. 6 is National Coaches Day, so it’s a great opportunity to thank the people who have been a coach to you and left a significant impact. This celebration was instituted in 1972 by President Nixon. He signed a proclamation that said, “Coaches are highly qualified teachers — in highly specialized fields. But more than that, they are friends and counselors who help instill in their players important attitudes that will serve them all their lives.” In honor of this occasion, I want to share with you some of the characteristics that make a good coach and the profound impact a team can have when led by a good coach. There is a common saying: “Those who can’t do, teach.” The truth is that teaching — and more specifically, coaching — demands an intimate knowledge of and love for the endeavor, whether that be sports, business, or life. In an article talking about what makes a quality coach, the International Olympic Committee says, “When motivating a player, a good coach stresses trying to reach performance goals, not outcome goals.” This emphasizes the importance of a coach drawing the absolute best out of their athletes, or in the case of business, employees. Instead of focusing on the outcome and variables out of their control (the other team’s performance and more), a good coach helps their team perform at their highest possible capacity. More times than not, this will lead to success in winning games and accomplishing goals. A great example of this is the famous “Miracle on Ice” hockey game during the Cold War. In 1980, the U.S. Olympic Hockey team was predicted to end up in 7th place. The team had an average age of 22 years old, and only one of the members had ever played at the Olympics before. When they arrived to play at Lake Placid, the only person who seemed to have hope the team might succeed was A Good Coach Can Change the World
their coach, Herb Brooks. Under his leadership, the U.S. Olympic Hockey team faced intense discipline, as Herb required they leave everything on the ice rink, either during or after the game. It was this rigorous conditioning that gave the team the strength and endurance they needed. Defying all odds, the U.S. Hockey team faced off against the Soviet team and won in a startling upset with a final score of 4-3. This miraculous win was more than an exciting sports phenomenon — it became a symbol of hope in both the United States and the world at large. Because they had a coach who was willing to train them for the extreme conditions they would face, they were able to withstand the challenge and prove that miracles happen and revive even the bleakest situations. Wherever you find yourself in life, I guarantee you need a coach. We have talked about this before, but I want to reiterate that coaches have a profound impact on the trajectory of your life. A good coach is someone who sees you in all your potential and current capability and helps you reach for and achieve greatness. If you are interested in receiving some practical coaching, we regularly host workshops where we do just that and would love for you to participate. For more information, contact our office and we will ensure you receive the latest news and event invitations!
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BRAIN GAMES
Spooky Edition
October has begun and with it comes the excitement and anticipation of Halloween! My son Caleb gave me a few autumn- and spooky-themed jokes to brighten your day and share with your friends for a laugh. Why shouldn’t you tell a secret in a cornfield? Because the corn has ears.
What’s the best band to listen to in autumn? The Spice Girls!
SOLUTION
Why is it so easy to trick a leaf in October? They fall for anything .
Which monster loves to dance? The Boogieman!
How do you write a book about Halloween? With a “ghost- writer!”
Celebrating National Book Month Q&A With Jeff What Teachers DIDN’T Assign in High School
If you didn’t know, October is National Book Month! I hope you will take some time this month to pick up a new book or re-read one of your favorites. To inspire you in searching for a new read, our team came up with a list of great books you probably weren’t assigned in school! Fiction Books “Invisible Man” by Ralph Ellison “Brothers Karamazov” by Fyodor Dostoevsky “Beloved” by Toni Morrison “A Good Man Is Hard to Find” by Flannery O’Connor “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee Non-Fiction Books “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer “Life Without Lack” by Dallas Willard “Ain’t I a Woman?” by bell hooks
There are no words to describe how grateful we are for you, our incredible clients! Thank you for allowing us to assist you and your family and for
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As a way of saying thanks, we want to create a space in this newsletter to answer questions you have about estate planning, our office, or relevant things going on in your community. We promise to review every question and help you get answers to all your inquiries.
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“The Things They Carried” by Tim O’Brien “Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman “Main Street Money” by Mark Matson
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IT’S WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY! 3 Ways to Show Gratitude
TAKE A BREAK
Teachers have impacted you and your children’s lives in more ways than one. Maybe they inspired you to take a certain career path, always understood you, or were there for you or your child when it was needed. Teachers have a demanding job, so in honor of World Teachers’ Day on Oct. 5, let’s take some time to appreciate them. Here are three ways to show your gratitude this month. Donate school supplies. Some teachers spend personal funds to purchase school supplies for their classrooms. This expense can become costly, especially if they provide for multiple students. Donate unused notebooks, pencils, pens, or other school supplies to a teacher. Some teachers even have wish lists available if you want to purchase new items for their classrooms. They will appreciate your kindness, and the children who need these supplies will also be grateful. Write thank-you letters. If you had a teacher who impacted your life, or if your child has a favorite teacher, write them a thank-you note. Handwritten notes are more meaningful than ones you buy at the store. It shows you put in time and effort to create something specifically for them. You can write about a favorite memory you had with them or the ways they’ve inspired you. If you’re feeling extra generous, add a gift card to the note! A small message can go a long way in turning someone’s day around. Volunteer when you can. In addition to teaching in the classroom, teachers need to chaperone students during field trips, recess, lunch, and standardized tests. Contact your child’s school and see when they need volunteers to help with these activities. Teachers will greatly appreciate it because they will have a chance to take a break or organize their materials for the next class. Even if it’s just for the day or a few hours, teachers will appreciate the extra assistance. Teachers play a vital role in preparing our children for the real world. They teach them vital social skills and problem-solving strategies that will assist them as they age. So, let’s take some time to show appreciation for their dedication to our children.
CREAMY BAKED PUMPKIN RISOTTO
Ingredients
• Salt, to taste • Pepper, to taste • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese • 2 tbsp mascarpone cheese • 2 tbsp olive oil
• 5 cups of low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth • 2 cups Arborio rice • 2 cups of pumpkin, diced • 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin purée • 1/2 yellow onion, minced
Directions
1. Heat the oven to 400 F and arrange a rack in the middle. 2. In a 3-quart baking dish, combine broth, rice, diced and puréed pumpkin, and onion. 3. Season with salt and pepper, then stir until evenly combined. 4. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake until water has been absorbed and rice granules are puffed. 5. Remove from the oven and stir in basil, grated Parmesan cheese, mascarpone cheese, and olive oil.
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A Good Coach Can Change the World
Caleb’s Corner: Spooky Edition October Is National Book Month!
Creamy Baked Pumpkin Risotto It’s World Teachers’ Day!
Age Is Just a Number
Wanted to Legally Change His Age The Man Who Felt 20 Years Younger
He alleged that he experienced age discrimination because, being 69, he is limited in what he can do. If he were 49, he could buy a house and car and work more hours, and his chances on the dating app Tinder would improve if he were younger. What was the court’s decision? Ratelband’s argument did not convince the district court in the Dutch city of Arnhem. The court said there was no evidence that Ratelband had experienced age discrimination. It stated that, unlike legally changing your name or gender, changing your age causes many problems such as the many rights and duties related to age, such as voting, attending school, military obligations, and pension. Although Ratelband has the freedom to feel 20 years younger, mentally and physically, he cannot legally change his age because of the legal and societal implications that would follow, the court added.
We’ve all heard about people legally changing their name or gender, but have you ever heard about someone trying to change their legal age? In 2018, a 69-year-old Dutch man named Emile Ratelband petitioned a court for permission to change his age. He wanted to alter the year he was born on his birth certificate by 20 years so he could be 49 years old. So, how did this case end? Let’s find out. What was his reasoning? Ratelband wanted to change his age because he argued that he felt 20 years younger. He said his doctors told him that he had the body of a younger man, and his health was far better than most men his age.
The district court rejected Ratelband’s request, but he plans to appeal.
In the Netherlands, the public doesn’t take Ratelband’s claims seriously. They even make fun of his international exposure and willingness to provide interviews worldwide to justify his wishes. So what do you think of this legal case? Is age just a number? Let us know your thoughts!
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