September, 2009

Discussing Right and Wrong on the side of Right

Have you heard people use the expression “I’m not saying it’s right or wrong”? In an effort not to be judgemental, many people choose to come from this view point, wishing to take a more neutral role in their opinion. In this video I talk about the first half of the statement “it’s not right” and what does that phrase...

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Controlling People ~ When one Friend Controls Another

In this video, Norm uses the example of two women friends; one of them dominates the relationship, controlling and manipulating the other woman. Using an old fashioned and eye from his workshop, Norm illustrates a controlling relationship and talks about how one woman controlled the other and why the less powerful woman in the...

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All Humans have Equal Value

There is a difference between personal power and personal value. All humans have equal value; we all have the same value. People naturally hold different amounts of power in relationships but power and value are not the same thing. When one person’s actions state that their ideas and wishes are more valuable than other persons,...

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Friend – Fuel or Drain?

The assistance and friendship we received from family and friends both during and since our recent emergency with the hail storm has reminded me of how important it is to have good friends who support us when things get crazy. It also reminded me that not all friends or family are supportive. There are two distinct kinds of friends....

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Parenting Teenagers ~ Conflicts and Negotiations

We are still experiencing the reconstruction of our home office. Dealing with the insurance company reminded me of the struggles that often happen when parenting teenagers; the insurance company has one idea concerning what needs to happen to restore our building and I have a different idea about what needs to happen. Teenagers also...

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