Greetings!
Welcome to Reality Check:
articles and observations inspired by the work of Dr. William GlasserCategories
Author Archives: RealityCheck
Reality Check: What’s wanted in workplaces? (cont’d)
What do business owners or managers want from their workers? One answer is “motivated employees.” Regardless of whether the business creates products or sells services, ultimately, its success depends on the work of employees. Their motivation is key. Managerial theories … Continue reading
Posted in Workplace
Tagged need satisfaction, win-win
Comments Off on Reality Check: What’s wanted in workplaces? (cont’d)
Reality Check: What’s wanted in workplaces?
Work and workplace discussions tend to draw out strong opinions. When you consider the numbers of employees who feel poorly treated, employers who feel that their workers don’t care, not to mention the workers who torment their fellow workers, it’s … Continue reading
Posted in Workplace
Tagged examining wants, need satisfaction, unhappiness
Comments Off on Reality Check: What’s wanted in workplaces?
Reality Check: Mottoes, Slogans, and Sayings
“Live your dream!” “Take pride in your work” “Be true to yourself!” “Have a great day!” We’ve all heard them, and maybe even used them. These are the slogans, mottoes, and sayings that we sometimes use to replace thoughtful conversation. … Continue reading
Posted in Helping Others
Tagged "should", internal & external control, learning
Comments Off on Reality Check: Mottoes, Slogans, and Sayings
Reality Check: Our label makers
Putting labels on things can be a very effective organizational activity. Whether you are looking for the cookies or the Robertson head screws, it will be easier to find them if the containers are labeled. Labeling can be a great … Continue reading
Posted in Relationships
Tagged improving relationships, perception
Comments Off on Reality Check: Our label makers
Reality Check: Turning Work from Torment to Tolerable
When asked about her work, Billie used to say, “Every day is torment, pure and simple.” But not anymore. What changed? As Billie puts it, “I had a little conversation with myself.” So, what was the problem? And how did … Continue reading
Posted in Workplace
Tagged choosing thoughts, dissatisfaction, perception
Comments Off on Reality Check: Turning Work from Torment to Tolerable
Reality Check: Windfall, Blessing or Burden?
Sophia has always wanted to be wealthy. Acquaintances might think that she had a comfortable life, but in Sophia’s mind, money was a constant challenge. She was certain that her life and her outlook would be completely different, if only … Continue reading
Posted in Perception & Reality
Tagged anxiety, examining wants, unhappiness
Comments Off on Reality Check: Windfall, Blessing or Burden?
Reality Check: Manipulation and Consequences
You’ve heard of manipulators, haven’t you? Perhaps you’ve even been the “victim” of a manipulator (or perceive yourself that way.) It can seem as if manipulative people manage to get what they want, and it’s always at someone else’s expense. … Continue reading
Posted in How it is sometimes
Tagged dissatisfaction, guilt, improving relationships
Comments Off on Reality Check: Manipulation and Consequences