Marty is a law enforcement office, Jiu Jitsu black belt, and the most well read and philosophical person I've ever met. This was an incredibly challenging conversation, and I couldn't be more thankful. Enjoy!

In the absence of explanation, it does no one good to insert your world case scenario. 

They may have to sniff a lot of unpleasant things, but they get to the bottom of things that we would never dare.

You'll never see the person who is your best role model without asking.

The next time you look back and realize you could have done it better, you might want to pat yourself on the shoulder. 

It took 26 years and a conversation to tip me over the edge, but maybe comments will be able to help you get to the other side faster.

It's tempting to engage in specific forms of education, but be careful not to be arrogant with your own growth.

It's hard to understand two more polar opposite ideas of human nature, in the United States, at least. 

Who really thinks that goofy overalls you wear affect things overall in your life? Well, most people, in fact. 

Mike Paris is a medical sales professional, husband to Kaiser physician, De La Salle Alumnus, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu purple belt. I really hope I get to do this again with him.