On social media, you can find thousands of people overreacting to circumstances. These people, often referred to as “Karen”, think that they have control over the events and react angrily when things do not go their way. However, their anger and harsh words rarely accomplish very much, other than probably raising their own blood pressure.Continue reading “Art of Persuasion”
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Soft Tongue
Fully Known
When our kids were very small, our daughter would often speak on behalf of her brother, who was two years younger than she. She would tell people what he was thinking or what he wanted. She was correct most of the time. Sometimes we have people in our lives that can speak for us, knowingContinue reading “Fully Known”
Wonderful Knowledge
“Sour Taste in My Mouth”
You have, no doubt, heard the expression “That left a sour taste in my mouth.” This expression refers to our the words that we say, words which we also regret saying. They can be words of criticism, accusation, hurt, or words intended to deceive. Immediately after saying such words, we understand that we have doneContinue reading ““Sour Taste in My Mouth””
The Fruit of a Man’s Mouth
The Job Is Not Finished
We have come to expect specific consequences for certain things in life. On the job, when we do the work and the work meets quality standards, we expect to be paid. In relationships, when we give love and kindness, generally we expect love and kindness to be returned to us. At the store when ourContinue reading “The Job Is Not Finished”
Reluctant Retiree 