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Reality Check: I Could Write Myself a Letter

Posted on June 25, 2017 by RealityCheck

If I were going to sit right down and write myself a letter…what would I say? More importantly, if you were to write yourself a letter, what would you say? When you find yourself troubled by a question that won’t … Continue reading →

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Reality Check: Choices of Conversation

Posted on December 23, 2016 by RealityCheck

It’s that time of year when people get together. Perhaps you’ll attend an office party to socialize with your fellow workers. Perhaps you’ll catch up with seldom-seen relatives. Maybe you’ll be partying with friends. In any case, it’s possible you’ll … Continue reading →

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Reality Check: The Gift

Posted on December 18, 2016 by RealityCheck

If you’ve gone shopping recently, you’ve likely noticed that there are quite a few people out and about! Some folks love being immersed in the hustle and bustle and excitement. However, as I’m not an enthusiastic shopper under the best … Continue reading →

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Reality Check: You’re a Character!

Posted on September 12, 2016 by RealityCheck

When you hear someone say, “He (or she) is a character!” the implication is usually that the person is kind of…quirky. On the other hand, when someone shows a lot of character, the implication is that they’ve demonstrated strength in … Continue reading →

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Reality Check: The Elevator Problem

Posted on July 24, 2016 by RealityCheck

Regardless of your occupation or your life situation, you will always find some kind of problems. So, the ability to solve problems is a valuable skill to develop. An early step in most problem-solving processes is “define the problem.” Now, … Continue reading →

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Reality Check: Change–Like It or Not, Part 2

Posted on July 10, 2016 by RealityCheck

According to Rick Maurer, resistance to change occurs on several levels. Last column, I indicated that one level is intellectual—“I don’t understand it.” That resistance can be addressed by providing information and engaging in logical discussions. The second level of … Continue reading →

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Reality Check: Doers and Dreamers

Posted on February 21, 2016 by RealityCheck

The “Doers and Dreamers’ Travel Guide” is designed to promote tourism. Are you a doer looking for activities? Or a dreamer looking for romantic beach sunsets? No matter which; you can fulfill your wishes here! Wherever there are people, there … Continue reading →

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Reality Check: Lean for Life

Posted on January 31, 2016 by RealityCheck

You may choose to be pleasantly surprised when you see that the “lean” in this column has nothing to do with dieting! Rather, this “lean” refers to lean manufacturing, and it’s been around for decades. The goal is to reduce … Continue reading →

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Reality Check: Persistent or Stubborn?

Posted on January 17, 2016 by RealityCheck

Last time, I wrote about constancy of purpose and the importance of having a long-term view to guide your decisions. Why is constancy of purpose important? Because few big goals are achieved quickly and easily. If you want to achieve … Continue reading →

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Reality Check: The Comparison that Works

Posted on December 13, 2015 by RealityCheck

If you’ve been reading Reality Check for a while, you know that I suggest not comparing yourself to others. Why? It’s futile, as you can’t control how others are doing. Further, your comparison may lead you to believe that you … Continue reading →

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