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Category Archives: How it is sometimes
Reality Check: You’re probably not alone…
“So much paperwork. And it’s all so confusing.” That’s Wanda’s description of her plight right now. She’s entering a stage of life where changes must be made. Many of those changes involve finances. Thus, they involve paperwork, meetings, and decisions. … Continue reading
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Tagged basic needs, need satisfaction, worry
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Reality Check: Blue Day Defenses
Ever had a blue day? No? You can skip this column, then. However, if “blue day” is sadly recognizable for you, read on. Our actions affect our feelings, so if you are feeling down and you don’t like that feeling, … Continue reading
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Tagged choosing actions, comparing with others, unhappiness
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Reality Check: The Meltdown
A thousand miles away, my usually sunny friend—she who chooses the most positive possible interpretation of everything—had a meltdown. It’s understandable. She’s been living with the reality of several family members diagnosed with cancers. Then, her mom took a tumble … Continue reading
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Tagged "should", anxiety, need satisfaction, offering information, responsibility
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Reality Check: High Anxietying
Our language often suggests that we are the passive recipients of our feelings. When we say, “I’m down; I’m sad” or even, “I’m in love, I’m happy!” there’s an implication that feelings just happen. In choice theory language, however, instead … Continue reading
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Tagged anxiety, making choices, worry
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Reality Check: Are we there yet?
When you go on a trip with kids (or some adults), a repetitive chorus of, “Are we there yet?” is something you may as well just expect. If you are the driver, you may choose to find that annoying. However, … Continue reading
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Tagged discouragement, frustration, offering information
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Reality Check: More Retirement Planning
Whether you are looking forward to retirement with delight or trepidation, planning can help. While financial planning can help satisfy your need for survival, it’s also important to consider other needs. Last column, I suggested finding ways to satisfy your … Continue reading
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Tagged "should", freedom, fun, making choices
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Reality Check: Archie, Meathead, and External Control
If you recognize the title of this column from “All in the Family,” then either you remember the 70s or you have been watching TV reruns! Regardless of whether you loved it or hated it, that TV sitcom has become … Continue reading
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Tagged conflict, criticism, internal & external control
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Reality Check: Forge on
Have you ever felt that events you can’t control are conspiring against you? If so, you might feel like pulling the covers over your head and crying, “Why me?” It can be tempting to believe that we have no choice … Continue reading
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Tagged discouragement, examining wants, unhappiness
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