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Reality Check: One Small Kind Act
Reality Therapy emphasizes our need for relationships. That’s not radical; it makes sense that being able to get along with others generally leads to a more satisfying life. So what if you need to deal with someone who dislikes you? … Continue reading
Posted in Relationships
Tagged "should", choosing actions, improving relationships
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Reality Check: They “should” know…
Alice is fuming, but you’d never know it. She’s choosing to keep her frustrations hidden, and having chosen this “internal fuming” behaviour throughout her life, she’s mastered the skill. No one would know. We choose certain behaviours because they seem … Continue reading
Posted in How it is sometimes
Tagged "should", blame, dissatisfaction, offering information
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Reality Check: Must we disagree?
Do you want to get along with others? With all kinds of people in the world, each with our different beliefs and values, it’s impossible to agree with everyone. Sometimes those disagreements are minor, while others cut to the very … Continue reading
Posted in Relationships
Tagged "should", conflict, criticism, improving relationships
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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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Reality Check: What’s fair in love and chores?
A recent study by a Norwegian researcher generated headlines with its conclusion that couples who share housework equally are more likely to divorce than couples where women do most of the household chores. Almost simultaneously, a British study concluded that … Continue reading
Reality Check: Not Every Battle
When Marie met Darcy, she immediately fell in love with his kind heart. Darcy never said no to any good cause, and as there are plenty of good causes, his practical skills and good nature kept him in high demand. … Continue reading
Posted in Marriage
Tagged "should", dissatisfaction, guilt, making choices
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Reality Check: Effective Living in a Material World
Karen, introduced last column, has bones to pick with society and its emphasis on materialism. At the drop of a hat (or shopping bag) Karen can launch into a tirade. Her theme: “We are bombarded with high pressure sales; credit … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Behaviour
Tagged "should", choosing actions, making choices
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Reality Check: A Material World
Time and again, I hear folks say, “We are too materialistic; we buy too much; we throw too much away. We have too much debt, we have too much stress; we should stop living like this.” Does that sound familiar … Continue reading
Posted in Choosing Behaviour
Tagged "should", guilt, internal & external control
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