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Reality Check: The Generosity of Not Taking Offense
Ask anyone, “Is it good to be generous?” I think most would say yes; generosity is a desirable trait. To be seen as being mean and selfish is insulting. Generosity isn’t only about money or material goods. People who give … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Perspective
Tagged choosing thoughts, conflict, criticism, improving relationships, perception
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Reality Check: Is “Should” Running Your Life?
I should wash the dog. And I should prepare that report; check on Harry, run those errands and go through the stack of mail on my desk. There are lots of activities that I really should do. Do you have … Continue reading
Posted in Personal Freedom
Tagged "should", choosing actions, choosing thoughts, examining wants, perception
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Reality Check: More Questions Than Answers
I often have more questions than answers. As soon as I find the answer to one question, more questions pop up. Is that true for you also? Having a curious mind can be a delightful asset; this is how we … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Perspective
Tagged discouragement, encouragement, feelings, happiness, perception
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Reality Check: A Stress Test
This is not a test. However, if you want a test, here are a few questions you might ask. On a scale from 1 to 10, how stressed are you? How do you know that you are stressed? Do you … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Perspective
Tagged anxiety, choosing thoughts, perception, worry
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Reality Check: Those Pesky Loose Ends
Do you suffer from loose ends? That is, nagging tasks and unfinished business that you can’t seem to get off your plate? Apparently, there are people who don’t find this bothersome. Their outlook is that whatever needs to be handled … Continue reading
Posted in Control and Choice
Tagged "should", anxiety, making choices, perception
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Reality Check: Maybe I Can…
When many of us lost power during the recent snowstorm, our habitual routines were disrupted. While even I am not old enough to remember cozy gatherings around oil lamps in the pre-electricity days, I understand it was not all “bad … Continue reading
Posted in Satisfaction
Tagged choosing actions, choosing influences, choosing thoughts, perception
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Reality Check: Dilbert and Beyond
Scott Adams has passed away. To many, Adams is known primarily as the creator of Dilbert, that cartoon character with the flipped-up tie and a sincere effort to do his job well despite the challenges of a less than-perfect workplace. … Continue reading
Posted in Develop Understanding
Tagged choosing thoughts, conflict, improving relationships, perception
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Reality Check: Gifts and Presence
It’s that time of year when many of us focus on presents. Ads surround us promoting the message: this is a time to buy. Granted, getting and giving packages wrapped in festive paper and glittery ribbons does add a certain … Continue reading
Posted in Perspective
Tagged encouragement, gratitude, perception, reality, worry
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Reality Check: Choosing Direction
Both good events and bad events are happening all the time. Babies are born, but loved ones pass away. Financial situations rise or fall. Living arrangements change for the better or for the worse. Friends and family may draw closer … Continue reading
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Tagged choosing thoughts, improving relationships, perception
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Reality Check: A Fresh Start
Autumn mornings are the best in my opinion. The air is fresh, the sun shines; it’s a new day. It could get us thinking that “each day is a fresh start.” Put our past troubles and trials aside; we’re starting … Continue reading
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Tagged basic needs, choosing actions, choosing thoughts, perception
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