Yes, Self-Centered
Your initial reaction to this title is that it is a criticism, an insult. We need to distinguish between self-centeredness, being grounded by your values, and selfishness, when your actions are indulgent to the point of being unnecessarily detrimental to others. Self-determination By definition, self-worth can only be judged by oneself. This issue is our […]
There for Them
The dreaded phone call brings news of death that triggers grief, even when it comes as expected after a long illness. While we cannot and should not avoid our grieving process, today’s message addresses our response to others. The closest family members possess the most immediate and highest needs. Even if you are one of […]
What to Do?
What to Do? Now is the time we look toward next year and begin formulating New Year’s resolutions or goals. Too often, we do not engage in the prerequisite thinking needed for effective goal-setting, and our goals are inconsistent, inadequate, or fail to account for our predispositions. If you are not a goal-setter, I can […]