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Reality Check: Different people; different strengths
Different people are different. OK, you knew that already. Something else you may know is that there are people who think, believe, and act in ways that can seem baffling. At some point, you will likely find yourself working, interacting, … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Freedom
Tagged conflict, internal & external control, perception
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Reality Check: Dr. Glasser’s influence
Dr. William Glasser passed away recently. Even though it’s less than a decade since I first became aware of choice theory and reality therapy, Dr. Glasser’s work now influences almost everything I do. There are plenty of theories about why … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Behaviour
Tagged internal & external control, making choices, self-evaluation
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Reality Check: Before Putting Mouth in Gear…
A long time ago, in a workplace far away, there was a poster taped above my workbench. It read, “Engage brain before putting mouth in gear.” I choose to believe that the poster wasn’t put there specifically for me, by … Continue reading
Posted in Workplace
Tagged choosing actions, internal & external control, self-evaluation
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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
Posted in How it is sometimes
Tagged conflict, criticism, internal & external control
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Reality Check: The computer made me do it…
Can a computer “make” you mad? If you’ve ever sat in front of one when things aren’t going well, you understand the question! Whatever the problem: the printer won’t print, the email won’t email, or google declines to google, you’re … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Freedom
Tagged blame, choosing actions, internal & external control
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Reality Check: Hot Buttons
“He pushes my buttons! He knows that I have a temper so he gets me going; then he walks away smirking as if he had nothing to do with it. He does it on purpose to get me into trouble. … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Behaviour
Tagged conflict, dissatisfaction, internal & external control
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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
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