Category Archives: Clarity
We Are Getting Smarter All The Time!
Another fascinating excerpt from Delancey Place and author David Shenk on evolving intelligence scores: “Children develop only as the environment demands development. In 1981, New Zealand-based psychologist James Flynn discovered just how profoundly true that statement is. Comparing raw I.Q. … Continue reading
Filed under adult learning, brain pathways, Clarity, humanity, neuroscience, writing
India, Politics and How The Story Ended
An interesting bit of background history from Delancey Place given the turn of recent events: “In today’s excerpt – the United States routinely gives billions of dollars to foreign governments to influence the progress and policies of those governments. Yet … Continue reading
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Hard-earned Wisdom
From my friend and fellow writer Dorothy from whom I have learned a lot about persistence faith and determination. The simplicity of her timeless wisdom proves to me that disability is only a perception. “With time and error I have … Continue reading
Mother
Mid April already, and the wild plums bloom at the roadside, a lacy white against the exuberant, jubilant green of new grass an the dusty, fading black of burned-out ditches. No leaves, not yet, only the delicate, star-petaled blossoms, sweet … Continue reading
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Do You Have Bad Client Radar?
Interesting article from Cliff Ennico: “What can I do to weed out my bad clients and focus all my attention on clients that are worth having?” There is no law I’m aware of saying you must take every client who … Continue reading
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For My Afternoon Walk
Easter morning thought from Anne Thane, Mayor of Amsterdam, NY: “We are all alone, born alone, die alone, and — in spite of True Romance magazines — we shall all someday look back on our lives and see that, in … Continue reading
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New Approach to Goal Setting – Put Yourself First
Thank you to Sparkpeople for providing articles and connection for personal wellness: Reach Other Goals by Starting With Your Self – By Rebecca Pratt, SparkPeople Staff Writer If “putting yourself first” (a common admonition) sounds too selfish or too hard, … Continue reading
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Building A Life
The Carpenter’s House ================================================================= An elderly carpenter was ready to retire. He told his employer-contractor of his plans to leave the house building business and live a more leisurely life with his wife enjoying his extended family. He would miss … Continue reading
Who’s Actually Running The Show Around Here?
One of my favourite Monday Morning quotes from Wizard of Ads founder and marketing genius Roy H. Williams…. “That’s enough rambling for one Monday morning. Now go look Today in the eyes, smile sweetly and say, “I own you. You’re … Continue reading
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Finding Unexpected Heart Under the Hood
I have long been a fan (and client) of the Harold’s Auto Service team. As a single woman for many years, I have counted on Harold’s Auto to take care of the several cars, all different makes and models, that … Continue reading
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