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A Purpose and a Plan
My friend's husband, who is a Christian believed that his purpose was to use his gift of giving in order to donated one million dollars to charity. His purpose was...
A Purpose and a Plan
My friend's husband, who is a Christian believed that his purpose was to use his gift of giving in order to donated one million dollars to charity. His purpose was...
Movie Ideas That Make Sense
Last week we talked about movie quotes that are not realistic. Following are some that might make more sense: 1. I've got a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore (The...
Movie Ideas That Make Sense
Last week we talked about movie quotes that are not realistic. Following are some that might make more sense: 1. I've got a feeling we're not in Kansas anymore (The...
Movie Ideas Lacking Realism
Movies can have a powerful influence and I frequently hear individuals who quote favourite lines from them. Unfortunately, however, not all of the things that we see or hear in...
Movie Ideas Lacking Realism
Movies can have a powerful influence and I frequently hear individuals who quote favourite lines from them. Unfortunately, however, not all of the things that we see or hear in...
Beliefs Drive Our Actions
Sometimes people tell me how much they dislike Medicine Hat. They criticize the way the streets ae laid out and find them confusing. They describe the river as "muddy" and...
Beliefs Drive Our Actions
Sometimes people tell me how much they dislike Medicine Hat. They criticize the way the streets ae laid out and find them confusing. They describe the river as "muddy" and...
Making Choices - How to Choose
Often, people tell me "I don't have a choice". They continue doing things that are unhealthy or unsatisfying even though they are miserable while doing them. I think it is...
Making Choices - How to Choose
Often, people tell me "I don't have a choice". They continue doing things that are unhealthy or unsatisfying even though they are miserable while doing them. I think it is...
We Are All Babies!
When we don't sleep and don't eat, we become just like babies - we cry! We all know this and yet we are living in a world where both sleeping...
We Are All Babies!
When we don't sleep and don't eat, we become just like babies - we cry! We all know this and yet we are living in a world where both sleeping...
Making Excuses - Not Helpful!
Sometimes people think that their behaviours are justified. Many believe that they shouldn't have to "fess up" unless they are "caught" doing something that they know deep down is not...
Making Excuses - Not Helpful!
Sometimes people think that their behaviours are justified. Many believe that they shouldn't have to "fess up" unless they are "caught" doing something that they know deep down is not...
Your Reputation
Have you ever wondered what another person did to earn the respect of others? Building a good reputation is one thing but keeping it is another. I once heard a...
Your Reputation
Have you ever wondered what another person did to earn the respect of others? Building a good reputation is one thing but keeping it is another. I once heard a...
Change Your Life In Minutes
Often, I hear people talk about how busy they are and that often they feel overwhelmed. Their lives are disorganized, their vehicles need attention and their relationships are strained. Rather...
Change Your Life In Minutes
Often, I hear people talk about how busy they are and that often they feel overwhelmed. Their lives are disorganized, their vehicles need attention and their relationships are strained. Rather...
You Can Choose
Often, I hear individuals complain about a situation in life that they do not like. It might involve their relationships, career, finances or perhaps events occurring in various places throughout...
You Can Choose
Often, I hear individuals complain about a situation in life that they do not like. It might involve their relationships, career, finances or perhaps events occurring in various places throughout...
Conservation - Protecting Our World
I read an article the other day that surprised me. Apparently, Meagan Markle has been annoyed by the fact that her husband Prince Harry keeps turning lights off in their...
Conservation - Protecting Our World
I read an article the other day that surprised me. Apparently, Meagan Markle has been annoyed by the fact that her husband Prince Harry keeps turning lights off in their...
Who Are You? Your Identity Is Unique
The Merriam Webster dictionary defines the word "identity" as: "the fact of being who or what a person or thing is". Now that's a little confusing! I have been thinking...
Who Are You? Your Identity Is Unique
The Merriam Webster dictionary defines the word "identity" as: "the fact of being who or what a person or thing is". Now that's a little confusing! I have been thinking...
Fitting In
Near the beginning of the popular movie "Sound of Music" there is a song that begins "How do you solve a problem like Maria?". The tune is about a novice...
Fitting In
Near the beginning of the popular movie "Sound of Music" there is a song that begins "How do you solve a problem like Maria?". The tune is about a novice...
Creativity - Do You Use It?
Many of my clients over the years have expressed concern about finances and wished they could relieve their debt burdens. But compounding interest and late fee penalties make the goal...
Creativity - Do You Use It?
Many of my clients over the years have expressed concern about finances and wished they could relieve their debt burdens. But compounding interest and late fee penalties make the goal...
Adjustment Disorder and Adjustment Recovery
I live alone so that means that I can pretty well do whatever I want whenever I want. On the long weekend I had company and, of course, that meant...
Adjustment Disorder and Adjustment Recovery
I live alone so that means that I can pretty well do whatever I want whenever I want. On the long weekend I had company and, of course, that meant...
Systems Make Everything Easier
Recently I wasn't feeling well. My head hurt. I was dizzy and the bathroom was barely close enough. My system was a mess! Our bodies have several different systems. One...
Systems Make Everything Easier
Recently I wasn't feeling well. My head hurt. I was dizzy and the bathroom was barely close enough. My system was a mess! Our bodies have several different systems. One...
Celebrating Life Every Day
Did you know that May 17th is Norwegian Independence Day? That country's Constitution was signed in 1814 and the citizens continue to celebrate every year with bands, flag waving, traditional...
Celebrating Life Every Day
Did you know that May 17th is Norwegian Independence Day? That country's Constitution was signed in 1814 and the citizens continue to celebrate every year with bands, flag waving, traditional...
Winners - Race Horses and You
This Week was the multi-million-dollar Kentucky Derby has been held annually in Louisville Kentucky for one hundred forty-five years. Fans not only attend these races at Churchill Downs dressed in...
Winners - Race Horses and You
This Week was the multi-million-dollar Kentucky Derby has been held annually in Louisville Kentucky for one hundred forty-five years. Fans not only attend these races at Churchill Downs dressed in...
Should You Listen?
Many times, people hear criticism and hold onto it for years allowing it to foster shame. It is important to remember that the people who made the comments might be...
Should You Listen?
Many times, people hear criticism and hold onto it for years allowing it to foster shame. It is important to remember that the people who made the comments might be...
Tips for Reducing Stress Long Term
So many people tell me that they are overwhelmed and stressed out. They also state that they don't know how to fix this. Following are ten things you can do...
Tips for Reducing Stress Long Term
So many people tell me that they are overwhelmed and stressed out. They also state that they don't know how to fix this. Following are ten things you can do...