This is the time of year so many of us enjoy and look forward to. Instead of good cheer and relaxing times, though, many of us become stressed and overwhelmed by the expectations of having the perfect Christmas -- one of those greeting-card holidays. What is important at this time of year is to remember to enjoy ourselves: To reconnect with loved ones, to take the time to have conversations … [Read more...]
Domino effect: Your behaviors, their feelings
I am not responsible for how you feel -- but I need to understand that my behavior may impact you. How often have you said to someone, "You know you made me feel bad," or, "You made me mad,” placing the responsibility on that person for how we feel. No one actually makes us feel anything, but another person's behavior certainly can impact us. Those actions bring up emotions, and they won't … [Read more...]
Absolutes: Don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater
How many times have your heard yourself in an argument use words like "always" and "never." Most likely you have many times hurled statements such as, "You always accuse me of this or that," or, "You never have a good word to say about me," or, "We will never get along?" Sound familiar? Ever notice how quickly things break down while trying to express yourself with these absolutes? In the … [Read more...]
Addictions everywhere — here’s help
Today, we know that there are many more addictions in our society than just the obvious ones such as alcoholism and illegal drug addiction. For example, Internet pornography has become a fast-growing addiction for young men as well as adult men. Prescription drug dependency is on the rise and is a fast-growing addiction today for women, even greater than alcohol. Other addictions that … [Read more...]
Grab some sunshine and share it
Each day make a decision to take a risk. No matter how small or large. Make the decision to say or do something that makes you a better person. Say good morning to the neighbor you have told yourself you can't stand. Take the old lady down the street a small bunch of flowers or leave them on her doorstep with a note that says: Hope this brightens your day! Let the guy who cuts you off … [Read more...]
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