Sometimes we are drawn to things that are bad for us... Two years ago I had an unusual reaction to what I was told. When the ultrasound technician said to me: “You need surgery right away,” my response was: “That’s awesome!” That’s not the normal response to being told you need surgery because … [Read more...]
Are Bad Things Really Bad?
I used to think “bad” things happening were inevitable, but now I see it differently; bad isn’t always bad. I now understand what William Shakespeare wrote in Hamlet, “There is nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so.” Whether something is good or bad is all in how you look at … [Read more...]
Unnecessary Judgement
Last week I discussed unnecessary guilt... if you didn’t read it I hope you now feel necessary guilt... just kidding... no, really; I’m kidding. Oh no, I likely really upset you. I’m such a horrible person... And yes, that was an example of unnecessary guilt. I’m brilliant... and that’s … [Read more...]
Unnecessary Guilt
A few weeks ago I wrote that having anxiety is a gift even though it can feel like quite the opposite. Another one of these gifts that is often considered a burden is guilt, but guilt is a wonderful thing because it is a powerful teacher and accountability partner. Guilt teaches us when something … [Read more...]
How to Start Conversations
Most people are surprised to hear that I am naturally a shy person because I often come across as an extrovert, especially since I love public speaking. This impression is especially prevalent when I’m in a leadership position since I tend to have more courage to speak up. When I’m with peers, … [Read more...]
How to Reduce Anxiety
Anxiety is a gift... I hope writing that doesn’t tick you off. Either way, it’ll make sense by the end of this article. Fortunately, for anyone who doesn’t enjoy this gift, I have two remedies to remove almost all anxiety from your life. The first is particularly simple and easy to follow. To … [Read more...]
Thoughts on Suicide
Most of us know someone who has taken his or her own life or who has at least thought about it, which leaves it a topic that cuts close to many of our hearts. Therefore, I want to start the year by addressing an important issue that is often hidden under the rug until it trips us and causes us to … [Read more...]
Help for Making a New Year’s Resolution
This New Year I want to make a resolution that makes a difference in my life, and one I can actually maintain. The popular definition of “crazy” is doing the same thing over and over expecting a different result. This means the definition of “stupid” is doing the same thing over and over not … [Read more...]
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