The Fascination of People Differences

Introduction People and their differences have always fascinated me. Maybe that all started growing up on a farm. We had chickens of various sorts from Rhode Island Reds to White Leghorns to Bandis and their outsized friendly personalities (at least … Continue reading

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Are You Surprised When People Don’t Make Sense?

Introduction Three things I read this morning prompted this blog. My morning usually begins with reading the Word of God. It is always instructive on several levels. First, in some manner, it informs and or reminds me of some important … Continue reading

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Six Critical Elements of Parenting Effectively

This is a revised post from 2023. It includes a sixth important element. Model what you expect.  My father once said to me, “You do what I say not what I do!” My father was at least open and honest … Continue reading

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An Ancient Observation: Diagnosis A Modern Communication Problem

Text: Jeremiah 51:17-19 Introduction: Email from Supervisee several years ago: I met with a new counselee, Cynthia (pseudonym), this morning for the first time. She had noted in her PDI (which I received yesterday) that she needed encouragement/hope since she struggled with fear and anxiety. … Continue reading

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After Sobriety: The Habits That Remain

Introduction There are many things that are difficult to overcome that go along with a destructive habit. Behaviors such as deceit when the truth feels too transparent, self-medicating when we feel stressed or out of sorts, using other behaviors we … Continue reading

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