One of the most important things we can learn about communication is words mean very little. You know how we might hold onto words someone said to us from our childhood or something our spouse said when they were angry? Yeah, those are all things we should’ve thrown in the garbage a long time ago. … [Read more...]
Why I Love Lying
I love to lie... is that a lie? I don’t know... or do I? Is that a lie? Oh man, this is confusing... or is it? The truth is lying is a necessary part of healthy communication. (reader) “Okay, this guy must be lying now.” Nope, I’m being serious. Yes, I understand that “truth” is a very … [Read more...]
An Encouragement for Parents
**I know parents are heading into a stressful time with Christmas, so I thought I’d give them a nugget of encouragement. Last week I discussed how parents can lie to their children and it be healthy because there is a grey area in the pool of morality. For instance, if a young child shows his … [Read more...]
Parents are Liars!
One of the worst days of my life began with everything looking good. The sun was shining, and I was in my pool floating without a care in the world laughing with my friends. It was a great day... that is until my one friend ruined it; he ruined the day and, to be overdramatic, he ruined my life. … [Read more...]