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A Fresh Start for Tulsa WELL, FOLKS, WE HAVE ARRIVED IN 2021! This past year felt both like it went by in a blur and like it would never end. But one thing is certain—we wouldn’t have made it to this turn of the year without the support of our incredible
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This January, we want to take some time to focus on our resolutions, goals and
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helping others. While we’re at it, how do we keep our pets healthy and happy throughout the New Year? And how do we stay mentally stimulated while social distancing? Check out our ideas on pages 12 and 16! Make a point to check on your friends and family more often this month. Maybe meet up for a socially-distanced walk or learn to Zoom with each other for a wine tasting or good conversation. Whatever the next step for you is, we want to be a part of it. Share your January goals with us on social media and check out some of the resolutions, day trips and recipes we’ve included in this month’s issue to get you started.
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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2021
FEATURES 12 A day trip to Crystal Bridges Bentonville, Ark., is host to one of the greatest feasts for the eyes
20 What are your New Year’s resolutions We asked some Tulsans and here is what they said
24 Zucchini alfredo This healthy version of a classic comfort food will have you begging for more
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26 Keeping your pets happy and healthy Taking care of our four-legged friends
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AROUND TOWN
CRICKET & FIG
TULSA TOY DEPOT
Cricket & Fig is serving lunch Tuesday
Each Wednesday at 11 a.m. Tulsa Toy Depot
through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Check
will host arts and crafts time. Their art activities
the website for menus at CricketAndFig.com.
are designed to help children learn while creating
Cricket & Fig Chocolate isn’t just Tulsa’s pre-
something they can take home. Each Thursday at
miere destination for luxury chocolates and dec-
11 a.m. Carol Meyer leads kids in music and story
adent gifts, but the only shop in Tulsa serving
telling for 30 minutes of great active fun for the little
world-renowned Illy coffee and espresso 8 a.m.
ones. Visit TulsaToyDepot.com for more details.
until 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
TULSA STAINED GLASS JANUARY WORKSHOPS Tulsa Stained Glass offers a full schedule of January workshops. Class sizes are reduced to adhere to social distancing guidelines. JAN 2 OR 23 - MOSAICS EXTRAVAGANZA Enjoy a fun activity for any skill level creating a stained glass mosaic. Receive workspace, instruction, materials and use of studio tools. Glass is selected and purchased separately. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. JAN 8 THRU 10 - BEGINNER STAINED GLASS CLASS Build a leaded panel in a condensed three-day blitz of fun and learning. When finished, you will have the fundamental skills necessary for making basic stained glass windows. Also receive the Beginner
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AT THE ANIMAL EMERGENCY CENTER The Animal Emergency Center (AEC) has full-time
Stained Glass instructional video series, a $69 value. JAN 13 - MOSAICS HANGOUT TSG offers a two-hour, self-supervised, open studio session for graduates of the Mosaics
and part-time openings for veterinarians, veterinary
Extravaganza class.
assistants, registered veterinary technicians and
JAN 16 - INTRODUCTORY STAINED
customer service representatives. Experience pre-
GLASS WORKSHOP
ferred but new graduates are encouraged to apply.
This is a three-hour class creating an authentic
Full benefits package available. If you have a passion
stained glass hanging ring project. Learn about stained
for pet care and are seeking a career in the veterinary
glass, design, rough cutting, soldering and assembly.
field visit AECTulsa.com/career-opportunities.
Details & Enrollment online at TulsaStainedGlass.com.
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NOW CREATING SAFER SWIMMERS IN TULSA. In 2019 the SafeSplash + SwimLabs Swim School opened in Tulsa with the mission to teach a lifesaving skill to the families of the Tulsa area and create a love for the water that will last a lifetime. SafeSplash + SwimLabs is a premium learn-to-swim and performance-based swim school that teaches all skill levels ranging from the fundamentals of water safety to competitive instruction so that our swimmers love the water, are safe and swim for life. At SafeSplash we understand swimming is a life skill ®. Learning to swim is one of the few childhood activities that could actually save your child’s life. Beyond being safe and confident in the water, learning to swim opens opportunities to live life to the fullest. From the basics of blowing bubbles to a backyard pool party to the adventures of catching a big wave, being able to swim brings a pure sense of joy and the opportunity for a lifetime of adventures. Every swimmer is taught using our proprietary, progressive and proven curriculum developed by a team of champion swimmers with over 30 years of experience. We know learning correctly from the start from experienced, highly skilled instructors builds a strong foundation for all swimmers. Our swim school is like no other – combining the SafeSplash and SwimLabs programs into one facility to offer a complete array of services. The SafeSplash focus on learn to swim classes complements SwimLabs’ attention to competitive swimmers and triathletes. Between the pool and the tanks, we cover every topic from basic safety to elite racing technique, accommodating swimmers of all ages and abilities. With the combination of SwimLabs and SafeSplash, we take our families from “learn to swim” to “swim to win!” Whether you are learning the basics of blowing bubbles or are ready to train for your first triathlon, we can help. Stop by and visit our state-of-the-art swim school. Let’s make 2021 the year to master your swim skills. Cheers, Christian Cox SafeSplash + SwimLabs – Tulsa (918) 221-8587 | moreinfo@safesplash.com 7820 E 101st Street, Suite A, Tulsa, OK 74133
AROUND TOWN
THAT PIE CHICK IS NOW OPEN Craving comfort food and don’t want to mess up the kitchen? Visit That Pie Chick at 123 E. 18th St., Tulsa. Take and bake small batch artisan pot pies can be ordered on their Facebook page. Hours vary. Visit Facebook.com/ThatPieChick for more information.
BROOKSIDE ANIMAL HOSPITAL IS UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP Brookside Animal Hospital is a full-service veter-
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inary hospital offering curbside pet health services during COVID-19. You can watch your furbaby being cared for while you wait outside via high tech! Dr. Stacey Smith took the animal hospital over in April and has excellent reviews. She and her staff are compassionate about caring for animals and have years of experience. Walk-ins welcome. Located at 4651 S Peoria Ave., in Tulsa. 918.747.8561. facebook.com/Brookside-Animal-Hospitalinc-100466438325613
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Should I Text My Lawyer? Text messages are a common way of communicating. Instead of picking up the phone or drafting an email, many like the ease and quickness of sending a text. For this reason, many clients text their lawyer in a divorce or family law matter. Text communications can be short and to the point. Clients can also attach photos and videos to texts. Is texting an effective form of communication for clients going through a divorce or family law matter? There are no black and white rules in terms of texting. There are also no rules or statutes that explicitly prohibit lawyers from texting their clients per se. Some lawyers might be willing to text their clients, while other lawyers might not want to do so. Some lawyers may not even be tech-savvy enough to text with their clients. First, texting is often short and to the point, as explained above. The lawyer or the client could misinterpret the shortness of the communication, causing miscommunication, an increase in fees, or frustration. Many conversations instead require a lot more dialogue and
analysis than a short text message exchange. Second, texting is not always the most secure way of communication. Texting is not encrypted communication. This fact makes it easier for others to intercept or read the conversation. Third, it is possible a client puts the phone down and somebody else picks it up and reads the communication. With texts, it can be quick and easy to see recent communication and attorney-client privilege could be jeopardized. Fourth, text communication often does not make its way into a client’s file. It can be hard for a lawyer to print off the texts and actually get them into the file. It can be cumbersome for the law firm or lawyer (and expensive for the client in terms of legal fees) to print the text communications. Thus, when a client requests their file at the end of the case, the texts might not be there. As it relates to important matters, the client may want that text communication if they did not retain it on their own device. Fifth, text communication lacks the formality of other types of communication. The lack of formality can cause some clients to say things spontaneously to their lawyer. This can be damaging to
the attorney-client relationship if they are upset or angry about something. Email is typically more secure because it is encrypted. Email is also a bit more formal and allows for lengthier communication. The lengthier communication can often lead to better and more effective communication. Additionally, it is easier for a lawyer to print off an email chain and put that chain into the client file. For most clients, they appreciate this on the back-end when the case is over. Finally, while texting is easy and convenient, with most smartphones, a client can send an email just as quickly as a text. In terms of convenience, sending an email versus a text is comparable. Of course, phone calls, video conferences, or in-person meetings can often be more effective than email or text communication. While many clients want instant answers in the heat of the moment, if the situation can wait, the best communication can often take place by phone, video conference, or in-person. Stange Law Firm, PC limits their practice to family law matters including divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, guardianship, adoption, mediation, collaborative law and other domestic relation matters.
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TRAVEL DESTINATION ONLY TWO HOURS AWAY, BENTONVILLE, ARK., IS HOST TO ONE OF THE GREATEST FEASTS FOR THE EYES
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a day trip to
crystal bridges ONLY TWO HOURS FROM TULSA SITS ONE THE BEST ART MUSEUMS IN THE COUNTRY. Crystal Bridges, located in Bentonville, Ark., is a pilgrimage perfect for a day trip. With more than 50,000 square feet of gallery space, it’s the perfect way to get out of the house and take a day trip. The new year brings new ways to engage with Crystal Bridges, both onsite and online. Free timed-entry tickets are required for admission to help maintain attendance limitations and proper social distancing at the museum. A new satellite contemporary art space, the Momentary, is also open and located 1.5 miles south of Crystal Bridges. Advanced tickets are not necessary for the Momentary. Staff and visitors are required to wear face coverings for ages 10 and older both indoors and outdoors. Tickets and the most current safety guidelines can be found at CrystalBridges.org. EXTRA MINDFUL OF SOCIAL DISTANCING? CONSIDER VISITING DURING EVENING WEEKDAY HOURS Seeing the museum after dark is a whole new experience. The galleries illuminate against the Ozark forest, painted in a new light. The quietest (and least crowded) hours are in the evening – the museum is open until 9 p.m. Wednesday through Friday.
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View of east side of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art from the overlook
COMPANION SPECIES WILL BE ON VIEW THROUGH MAY 24, 2021 Companion Species: We are All Related is a new, focus exhibition and collaborative project that will be presented both at Crystal Bridges and the Museum of Native American History (MONAH) in Bentonville. MONAH is working on re-opening plans and will announce exhibition dates soon. “We are excited to partner with MONAH on this project, and especially the ways this project encourages new ways of seeing art in conversation,” says Mindy Besaw, curator, American art, and director of fellowships and
An unconventional approach to space and imaginative color choices in works such as Enchanted Forest produce a dreamy, fantastical atmosphere - Artist Pop Chalee
research. “This artwork serves as a jumping-off point to explore concepts of connectedness, storytelling and community through art and objects across our collections.” Companion Species takes inspiration from the recent Crystal Bridges acquisi-
Panoramic view of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
tion, Companion Species: Speech Bubble by Marie Watt (Seneca). The work was made with the help of willing hands of sewing circles in Northwest Arkansas, eastern Oklahoma, and Honolulu, Hawaii in the fall of 2018 and winter 2019. Made from reclaimed wool blankets in shades of red, Companion Species (Speech Bubble) is shaped like a megaphone. Words such as “neighbor” and “hate” are mixed with familial words such as “mother,” “grandmother,” and “brother.”
Companion Species is a project that takes inspiration from Crystal Bridges acquisition, Companion Species: Speech Bubble by Marie Watt
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The words draw attention to Indigenous ways of acknowledging relatedness, but also come from the 1971 Marvin Gaye song, “What’s Going On.” At Crystal Bridges, Watt’s work will be in conversation with paintings and sculpture by artists such as Harry Fonseca, Ma Pe Wi, Woody Crumbo, Louise
Bourgeois,
William
Holbrook
Beard and a variety of historic objects from different Native American communities from MONAH’s collection. TAKE AN ENCHANTED, NIGHTTIME WALK THROUGH THE WOODS IN NORTH FOREST LIGHTS North Forest Lights is a nighttime, nature-inspired lighting and sound experience. Crystal Bridges partnered with Montreal-based multimedia and entertainment studio Moment Factory to bring this concept to life. Tickets are available Wednesday through Monday starting at 6 p.m. (The museum is closed on Tuesdays.) and runs through April 4, 2021. To ensure a safe and stress-free experience for all visitors, new COVID-19 safety measures have been put in place throughout North Forest Lights, and face coverings must be worn at all times.
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View from north lawn to gallery bridge with Lowells Ocean steel sculpture by Mark di Suvero
North Forest Lights: Enjoy an enchanted nighttime walk through the woods featuring dynamic, nature-inspired lighting elements, and immersive soundscapes
UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE: BOOK A NORTH FOREST SNOW GLOBE The North Forest Snow Globe experience includes two hours inside a cozy, see-through snow globe dome with lights, music and faux-fur blankets, specialty cocktails, bites, and a Snow Globe concierge. Tickets to this snow globe experience also include entry to North Forest Lights and a shuttle pick-up to bring you to your snow globe upon arrival. This is the perfect opportunity to celebrate special occasions under the stars immersed in North Forest Lights!
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ARTICLE TERESA BOND-MASON | PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA MASON
A full wall mural adorns a wall at the Momentary
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A STUNNING ART EXPERIENCE
THE MOMENTARY, A SATELLITE TO CRYSTAL BRIDGES MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART, IS A CONTEMPORARY ART SPACE IN DOWNTOWN BENTONVILLE, ARK., for visual, performing and culinary arts. Once a 63,000-square-foot cheese factory, the Momentary serves as a gathering place to discover today’s art through programs, exhibitions, festivals and more. Opened to the public nearly a year ago, it was founded by the Walton family, based on the vision of Tom, Olivia and Steuart Walton of the Walton Family Foundation.
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A mixed media art piece
Once you enter what appears to be nothing more than a warehouse, ordinary objects collectively have your eyes and mind exploring how they all combine to make one of the most innovating approaches to art you will ever see.
To learn more about the museum and its current exhibits, visit TheMomentary.org. Advanced tickets are not necessary for the Momentary.
Black Lives Matter exhibit
Part of the Nick Cave exhibit
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WHAT ARE YOUR NE W Y E AR'S RESOLUTIONS WE ASKED SOME TULSANS AND HERE IS WHAT THEY SAID
WE’RE NOT SURE WHERE 2020 WENT, BUT WE’RE NOT SORRY TO SEE IT GO. Regardless, we all conjure up yearly resolutions to help improve our lives. Here are some Tulsans’ resolutions and quotes that have helped them usher in a new year.
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RICHARD BOHM,
JEFF MARTIN,
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TYLER O’DONNELL,
BELLA DONNA WEDDING “My daily resolution is to keep a
“I have a quote that really changed
forward-thinking mindset to develop
my life and it’s from choreographer
products, workshops and DIY video
Bill T. Jones. He asked why he does
using stained glass classes and
what he does and he said that he
mosaic kits to help others become
simply wants ‘to be an active par-
more self-expressive and happy while
ticipant in the world of ideas’. That’s
having fun. Learn, grow and have fun
become a motivating statement for
are the words I live by.”
everything I do in life.”
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RANDY PAGE,
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doing whatever it takes to make our
but one thing that I do is a daily
new business successful. We cele-
gratitude list.”
brated our first anniversary Nov. 27, 2020, and looking forward to year two!”
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TRAVIS MEYER, KOTV METEOROLOGIST
FORMER TULSA MAYOR “One resolution that’s stuck with
“I’m going to have a much deeper
“When I was a child, I was the kind
me is journaling. Some of history’s
appreciation for time with those I
of kid who immediately wanted to go
most impactful leaders took the time,
love. I will give hugs even when it’s a
spend any coins I was lucky enough
once a day, to record their thoughts
little awkward and enjoy every minute
to have in my pocket.
and reflections. It sharpens the mind
I have with my elderly parents. I also
and organizes your priorities more
resolve to not gather with friends every
than imaginable.”
day of 2021, otherwise I already know
One year, however, when I was in the fourth grade, we were living in Pueblo, Colo., and family finances
my 2022 resolution will have to be to
were distressed. There was a little
lose the 50 pounds I gained in 2021!”
store near my grade school that sold the usual candies children enjoy. I was especially drawn to the yellow ones, and had more than enough change in my pocket. But then I stopped and thought about how the money in my pocket was all I had. Once it was gone, there might not be any more. I turned away and left the store. It was hard to leave without the candy. This was near the end of the year, and that decision to radically alter my spending habits was my New Year’s resolution, though I was too young at the time to have a sense of what a ‘New Year’s resolution’ even was. Unlike most resolutions we make, I still follow the one I made more than
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ANDREA GARDNER,
“One quote I try to live by is
ite times of the year because it
‘Recognize that every interaction you
signals new beginnings. I prefer to
have is an opportunity to make a posi-
start each year thinking about small,
tive impact on others.' by Shep Hyken.”
realistic changes I could make in my habits versus setting resolutions I know I’ll never keep.”
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zucch i n i a l f redo ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BRYAN EDWARDS
THIS HEALTHY VERSION OF A CLASSIC COMFORT FOOD WILL HAVE YOU BEGGING FOR MORE
LIKE MANY OTHERS, I LOVE COOKING FROM THE HEART, WHICH ISN’T ALWAYS SO ‘HEART HEALTHY’. We Southern chefs love our butter, carbs, oils and fats. While those all have a place in even the healthiest kitchens, I’ve found I can merge my love of Southern style while also working on my health by taking small steps. This is my classic alfredo recipe except I’ve substituted yellow and zucchini squash for noodles. You can steam these (some even come frozen in steamable bags) or you can simply slice and sauté.
INGREDIENTS
+ 2 yellow squash + 2 zucchini squash + 2 cups fine Creamline Lamb Chopper cheese + 1 cup fine grated Sarvecchio Parmesan Sartori cheese + 1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream + 1 teaspoon garlic powder + 1 teaspoon onion powder + 1 teaspoon Better Than Bouillon Chicken + 4 tablespoons olive oil + 4 tablespoons salted butter
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Voila! The perfect healthy meal and comfort food all in one.
A KitchenAid spiralizer makes preparing the squash a cinch.
ALFREDO SAUCE Step 1: Place 3 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan and melt. Step 2: Pour 1 cup of heavy whipping cream into the melted butter and turn heat to low. Stir the butter and cream together until it comes to a light simmer. Step 3: Pour the cheeses into the blend and stir on level 3 heat. Step 4: Add garlic and onion powders, bouillon and stir. Step 5: Add ½ cup of heavy whipping cream and stir. The sauce should have all the cheeses completely melted. ZUCCHINI SQUASH NOODLES Step 1: Wash squash under cold water. Step 2: Using a KitchenAid spiralizer, use the noodle blade for the perfect cut. Step 3: In a frying pan, add 1 tablespoon of butter and a swirl of olive oil. Step 4: Add noodles and cook for 7 to 8 minutes. Season with garlic salt, salt and pepper. FINAL PLATING Layer noodles and top with the creamy alfredo sauce. Enjoy! To see more recipes visit MoodyFoodieTulsa.blog.
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BUSINESS MIGHT SURPRISE YOU. Since last spring, pet owners have been flooding veterinary clinics. “People have had more time to actually interact with their pets,” Animal Emergency Center Veterinarian Troy McNamara says. “Either they had more free time to get preventative care done or they realized something didn’t seem right.” Whether you’re quarantining with your cat or you’re Zooming with your dog, McNamara’s tips will help you keep your pet healthy. BE CAREFUL WITH YOUR PETS IN COLD WEATHER Pets may have fur coats, but fur doesn’t shield them from serious conditions like frostbite and hypothermia. McNamara says
“There’s never a 48-hour period of time where we don’t see an animal get into some form of marijuana or THC product,” he discloses.
owners of outdoor pets should ideally bring their pets inside for
MAKE SURE YOU’RE GIVING YOUR PETS
the winter. If that’s not possible, he suggests keeping pets in a
PROPER PREVENTATIVE CARE
garage free of antifreeze, chemicals or pest poisons, which can all
This means vaccinating your pets, giving them preventative
harm pets. “If they absolutely have to stay outside, they need an
medications, making sure they exercise and taking them to the vet
insulated house just like people do,” McNamara stresses.
regularly. Puppies and kittens need about four veterinary visits in
Pet owners should limit the time their pets spend outside in
the first four months of life. Adult animals should visit a minimum
cold weather, especially if they aren’t used to being outside for
of once a year. “Once they’re geriatric, they need to be going in
extended periods. “If it’s freezing or below, it’s good practice to
twice a year just for checkups. It’s kind of like people if you think
give them just enough time to go to the bathroom and get back
about it. The older we get, the more frequently we have to go in
inside,” McNamara adds.
and have a physical and lab tests done.” He also asks that pet
Cold weather also presents danger when animals sneak out. McNamara says it’s important to pet-proof your home so your pet can’t escape and get stuck outside in the cold.
owners remain patient through longer wait times and new COVID protocols like curbside service at the vet. If you think your pets may be having health problems, watch for changes in diet, weight and behavior. “Sometimes the signs of illness
WATCH WHAT YOUR PETS EAT
are very subtle, a change in temperament or attitude may be the
“A large part of our caseload is some form of gastrointestinal
only signs your pet shows you,” McNamara states. In general, he
upset,” McNamara says. To avoid problems like these, he states
advises pet owners to use common sense and caution when caring
pet owners shouldn’t feed animals things they shouldn’t eat or
for their four-legged family members. “Seek care earlier rather than
aren’t used to eating. “It’s holiday time. Don’t leave cookies out on
later,” McNamara stresses.
the counter. Don’t feed them the turkey bone,” he says. It’s also important to keep other potentially harmful items, like trash cans and
For more information on what services the Animal Emergency Center
human medicines, inaccessible to pets.
can provide as well as a blog on pet safety, visit AECTulsa.com. CityLifestyle.com/Tulsa
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YO U A R E T H E C ATA LY S T F O R CHANGE
ARTICLE DR. JOHN C. MAXWELL IF SOMEONE WERE TO ASK YOU, “WHAT GETS YOU OUT OF BED IN THE MORNING?” how would
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you reply? Would you talk about your job or your family? Would you tell them about a dream you’re chasing or a goal you’re trying to meet? What we give our lives to says a lot about who we are. For forty years now, I’ve gotten out of bed in the morning with one single focus: adding value to leaders
I’ve spent decades learning what it takes to trans-
who will multiply value to others.
form communities and countries, and with my
Because of that focus, I’ve authored over 80 books
writing partner, Rob Hoskins, have produced a
on relationships, equipping people, attitude, and lead-
book that offers step by step instruction on how
ership, all with the purpose of expanding my reach to
leaders—people who care to make a difference—
add value to leaders.
can produce transformation in their own backyard.
Four decades, dedicated to making better leaders.
It’s a book written for everyone—including you.
But now, as I enter into my fifth decade, my purpose
You are a potential catalyst for change in your
has expanded. I still get out of bed with the goal of
community, no matter where you live, no matter
adding value to leaders who will multiply value to
what you do. All it takes is your willingness to
others, but there’s an even greater purpose behind it all.
step up as a leader. Harriet Tubman once said,
Transformation. I want to see our world transformed
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always
into one where every human being is encouraged and
remember, you have within you the strength, the
allowed to live to their full potential. Imagine what it would
patience, and the passion to reach for the stars
be like to live in a world where everyone—men, women,
and change the world.”
children—were equipped and empowered to live a life of deep purpose. We would truly see a transformed world.
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RENOWNED LEADERSHIP COACH DETAILS HOW CHANGE IN A COMMUNITY CAN START WITH ONE PERSON: YOU
If you dream of changing your community, or city, or country, you must not only dream, you must
That’s the message of my latest book, Change Your
also act. Many things in life just happen, but pos-
World: How Anyone, Anywhere Can Make a Difference.
itive change isn’t one of them. Changing anything
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in our world requires someone to be the catalyst. Someone like you.
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Dr. John C. Maxwell
Leaders like you become catalysts for change when they do three things: pick a problem to address, invite others to join
1. Pick a Problem to Address A leader can never become a catalyst until he or she first takes
them, and do what they
ownership of the problem they wish to solve. You cannot rally
can where they are.
days; people know when a leader is being half-hearted, and they
people to a cause that you aren’t willing to own, especially these don’t respect it. When you pick a problem to solve or a cause to rally around, you must have conviction in order to succeed. Over the years, I’ve learned that whenever I feel a sense of conviction about an issue, I need to start moving in the direction I believe I should go, even if I’m uncertain. Action creates ownership, and ownership creates credibility with people. And you need that credibility because transformation cannot be done by one person alone—we all need people to join us on the journey. CONTINUED >
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2. Invite Others to Join You When you’ve settled on the problem you want to tackle you should immediately begin looking for others to join you. In the book, Rob and I recommend starting with friends and family; you already have influence with them, and chances are you’re of like mind in many areas. Go to those family members who frequently ask you for advice or seek your opinion on personal matters, as you likely have greater influence with them. To move beyond family, however, you’ll need to take a leap of faith and begin sharing your passion for solving the problem with other people. Passion attracts, and when people come to you with interest, don’t be afraid to ask them what they think or invite them to improve your ideas. Empowering people to help you creates a bond, and once that bond is established, you will quickly discover who you can truly work with and invite them to take action with you.
3. Do What You Can Where You Are Action is the final step. It doesn’t have to be big or grand; it doesn’t even have to be guaranteed of success. Nothing happens in life until someone does something, and once you take your first step, the next step will come into focus. Remember that transformation is a process, not an event. It takes time and repeated action to bring about positive change. So focus on purpose, not perfection, and do what you know to do. These three steps may seem too simple, but I assure you they work. The goal of all transformational movements is making things better however possible. Incremental change is better than the status quo; and when you’re truly committed to making your community a better place, you know that any improvement is a significant improvement.
If you’d like to learn more about transformation
No matter what problems or challenges face your
and how to become a leader of transformation,
community, you are the catalyst for change that can
then I encourage you to pick up my book, Change
make all the difference. But you must choose to get
Your World, from your favorite bookstore or online
involved; transformation won’t choose you—you
retailer. If you’re concerned about making the world
must choose transformation.
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SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL COMES TO TULSA BLANKETS OF SNOW, CELEBRITY AND CINEMA. That’s
what
usually
comes to mind when thinking about the Sundance Film Festival. The annual event has been on many a bucket list. But now, thanks to Circle Cinema, you can experience the same magic right here in Tulsa. For the first time in the festival’s existence since 1978, Sundance will be coming to Tulsa. Because of the unusual circumstances of this year’s events, the Sundance Institute has announced it’s bringing its prestigious six-day festival to 20 cinemas across the United States and Circle Cinema will be one of the satellites hosting America’s largest independent film festival. Twelve films will screen alongside programming from local directors and artists from Jan. 28 through Feb. 2 at Circle Cinema as well as partner venues such as The Admiral Twin, Gilcrease Museum, OSU-Tulsa, Philbrook Museum of Art and the University of Tulsa. The plethora of Circle Cinema, located at 10 S. Lewis Ave., is Tulsa's non-profit art house theatre, showing independent, documentary, and foreign films
locations allows more seats per screening while still maintaining CDC guidelines for safety. Masks will be required at all times. Panel discussions and filmmaker Q&As will take place outdoors either drive-in style or with open-air distanced seating. “This will be an opportunity for Oklahoma
film,” says Abby Kurin, Executive Director
to see award-winning movies before anyone
of Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts and
else, with the added enrichment of film-
Culture. You may recognize some of the
Circle Cinema members have first access
maker and panel discussions,” says Chuck
movies debuted at Sundance: “Won’t You
to an exclusive presale on Jan. 4. Tickets
Foxen, Circle Cinema Programmer.
Be My Neighbor”, “Little Miss Sunshine”,
will be available to the public beginning
“Napoleon Dynamite” and “Reservoir
Jan. 7. For more information, visit Circle Cin-
Dogs” just to name a few.
ema at CircleCinema.org.
“Sundance Film Festival is the beacon of what’s coming next in the world of
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