I have talked before about “finer distinctions” as they relate to different topics, but with every passing day, I see their value even more. This Tip is about the distinction between knowledge and understanding. When I understand something clearly, I…
As most of you know, here in the United States we are celebrating Thanksgiving this week. I realize that this Tip goes to many other countries where Thanksgiving is celebrated at different times. Regardless of where you live and when…
All of us have had experiences in life when we felt as though we got the “short end of the stick.” Someone did us wrong, let us down or damaged us in some way that caused us to have hurt…
Life can be challenging at times. Dr. Scott Peck, the famous Psychiatrist and author once wrote, “Life is hard and then you die.” That statement seems so pessimistic. His point was, however, that if we expect life to be anything…
Words have a specific meaning. When we understand what a word really means, it makes a big difference in how we act or react in any given situation. In this Tip, I want to differentiate between preference and conviction. I…
Several years ago, I was in Cancun, Mexico, with my daughter Rachael and son-in-law Tim. The weather was beautiful when we arrived, but we were warned that a hurricane could possibly be heading our way. As each day passed, the…
The older I get, the more of a realist I become. I have lived long enough to see that having an optimistic, positive attitude is the best way to go through life. However, at the same time, I must be…
When you feel “trapped” in a difficult situation, it can be hard to know what to say or do. However, there is always a healthy way out of any dilemma. The answer comes in being polite, yet direct with the…
I enjoy the feeling of success and achievement, as I am sure you do as well. When something has gone the way I expected, it brings me a great sense of satisfaction and relief. It is not just the aspect…
I don’t know how many of you are dog lovers, but I certainly am! For the many years, my daughter, Esther, and I have “co-owned” a four-pound miniature Yorkie. Her name was Bebe, and she was one of the loves…