When you cannot laugh, depression lurks; but is it depression or a reaction to pains all face at one time or another. Although inspired by my tendency at times to be or be seen as a Cranky Old One (COO) or a Weary Old One (WOO), no matter what a person’s age, stress, …
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Truth is in the eyes and brains of the believer. When trouble brews ask “What if I am wrong?” Or “What if they are right?” or “What if we are both right or both wrong?” The two words “What if” jump start Emotional Intelligence. The stronger we believe we know the truth, the more we cling …
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No one likes admitting they are wrong, but when you are an apology goes a long way to restoring harmony. Here’s a thought, apologizing even when you do not think you are wrong also restores harmony. How to apologize when you did no wrong, but someone thinks you did? You say the following “I’m sorry. …
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Fear is a clue to take care, but all too often its warning is false. Future fears are mostly false fears. Improve your Emotional Intelligence by thinking carefully before giving into future fears. Fearmongering is common but usually made up of false fears. Learn to spot it as you read the news, look at ads, or talk …
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