I’m going to share my magic word. It helps combat discouragement and turns potentially disastrous days into productive ones. It’s good for your health, your self-esteem, and can make you a better person. It can even put money in your pocket. The magic word is “Nevertheless.” Here’s how I use it. “I’m tired and I’ve
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Procrastination
Imagine how good your life would be if you did everything you needed to do in a timely and efficient manner. You would have a lot less stress. You would enjoy better health. You might even make more money. Unfortunately, most of us find it much too easy to put things off. Psychologists have discovered
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
If you saw the movie The Aviator, you saw a dramatic portrayal of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Howard Hughes, for all his wealth, could not overcome its crippling impact. Sadly, in his day, OCD was not well understood and there was no effective treatment. An obsession is an unwanted, repetitive thought that provokes intense anxiety. A
Do What You’re Afraid to Do
Next weekend, I will be giving a presentation at a major conference in Nashville, TN. Since there will be 118 other presentations at this conference, along with dozens of major speakers, I didn’t expect too many people in my audience. I was content to be an obscure player in a very large production. However, last
The Empty Nest
With our younger son off to college, my wife and I have entered the phase called the “empty nest.” I don’t know who invented that phrase, but I don’t much care for it. “Empty” implies that “there’s no one there.” Actually, there are two healthy, happy, positive-thinking adults in the “nest” who are looking forward
Social Anxiety Disorder
Does being nervous or uncomfortable around other people keep you from doing things you want to do? Does being the center of attention make you feel nervous and self-conscious? Millions of Americans experience severe anxiety in a number of social situations. When such anxiety interferes with the quality of a person’s life, we call it