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Reality Check: Disagreements Close to Home
People argue. That’s no surprise; we have different opinions. Discussing opinions can be useful, enlightening, and fun! However, disputes can also be destructive, even permanently damaging relationships. Political and cultural issues—views of entitlements, responsibilities, political correctness, justice—are especially fertile ground … Continue reading
Posted in Relationships
Tagged conflict, examining wants, improving relationships, perception
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Reality Check: Compartments for Life
One stunningly beautiful day recently, I noticed that I wasn’t fully appreciating the warmth and the beauty. Instead, I was ruminating. The thoughts popping into my head all had to do with concerns and difficulties. Have you noticed that yourself? … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Perspective
Tagged anxiety, internal & external control, perception, worry
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Reality Check: What does it mean to be strong?
When people face difficulties, observations are often made about the strength of those who are suffering. It is admirable to be strong in the face of adversity. Strength is also beneficial for a helper who wants to support others through … Continue reading
Posted in Helping Others
Tagged choosing actions, helpful, perception, total behaviour
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Reality Check: Dissatisfied But Not Sure Why?
Do you ever feel out of sorts? When you have a sense that things are not right, but you can’t quite put a finger on exactly what’s wrong? An explanation that often pops up now is “the virus.” Everything seems … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Perspective
Tagged basic needs, dissatisfaction, frustration, need satisfaction, perception, reality
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Reality Check: When We Recommend
Have you ever written a letter of recommendation? Some people, especially teachers, managers, or business and community group leaders, are often asked to write recommendations for people they know. If you are not involved in the world of formal, paid … Continue reading
Posted in Helping Others
Tagged choosing influences, encouragement, perception, work
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Reality Check: Realistic and Attainable
It’s difficult to travel now, as you well know. So when Anna got the call that her grandfather was nearing the end of his life, it presented a real quandary. Should she pack up and set off to be with … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Behaviour
Tagged examining wants, frustration, perception, reality
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Reality Check: A Morning Outlook
How’s your morning outlook? Sunny and bright? Cold and dreary? Maybe it’s unsettled; you’ll wait to see how the day goes. These outlooks could be describing the weather forecast, but our internal outlook is more interesting. What control do we … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Perspective
Tagged choosing thoughts, discouragement, happiness, perception
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Reality Check: Fear of Forgetfulness
Are you feeling forgetful? If so, you are not alone. I’d been under the impression that it’s the “seasoned citizen” demographic who is most aware of the forgetfulness issue. So I was surprised during a recent e-learning session when the … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Perspective
Tagged anxiety, frustration, perception, worry
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