Below is a collection of Dr. McGlaughlin’s most recent observations (500+). Most of these observations are made throughout the course of everyday life, captured by dictation, and added to FlintsNotes.com. You can read more about the observation capture process here. The content here changes 5 days a week, so be sure to check back often. Also, feel free to leave a comment in the comments section of each observation.

November 5, 2015

On the Difference Between Proper Basic Understanding and More Advanced Understanding

It would seem that there is a kind of proper basic truth that is readily grasped by ordinary thinkers. On the other hand, there seems to […]
November 5, 2015

On the Priority of Achievement over Brilliance

The men remembered for their genius are not necessarily the most brilliant. Rather, the most brilliant men are remembered for their achievements. Their intelligence serves a […]
November 3, 2015

On Becoming Present Within

I fear that my unity could fracture. Was Hume correct? Is my consciousness only a collection of phenomena received as one? Do I exist before I […]
November 3, 2015

On the Post Modern Consumer’s Predisposition to Doubt

The Post Modern Consumer just doesn’t believe us anymore. They have endured too many empty promises, too many exaggerated benefits and too many artful disclaimers. The […]
October 30, 2015

On the Margin Between What I Say and What I Live

I have noticed a margin between values professed and values actualized. Clearly each of us lays claim to essential values. But often a void exists between […]
October 29, 2015

On Seeing Beneath the Problem and Into the Process

When something goes wrong around a leader, even if it is a simple scheduling problem, or confusion about a speaking engagement etc., the leader must ask […]
October 28, 2015

On Honesty as a Missing Element in the Construct of Faith

Sometimes I envision a construct of faith that involves totality, a unity of the parts. This concept unites one’s intellectual, spiritual, and physical components. While all […]