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You’re Under Arrest…Just-in-Case

Posted on December 6, 2013 by D3 Support

In some states, including my own (Delaware), there is talk among legislators and governors of stopping the next mass shooting before it happens. How? By determining those most likely to commit the crime. “This package of gun safety measures is … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Charity is Nice, But it Won’t End Hunger

Posted on December 5, 2013 by D3 Support

I keep hearing this holiday season about charity campaigns to “end hunger in America.” Let’s be real. You don’t end hunger via charity. Charity programs, when they function properly, bring relief. They don’t end the problem. Relief is not the … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

Saying “no” for no reason (DE Coast Press)

Posted on December 4, 2013 by D3 Support

Clients sometimes describe a spouse, family member or friend as “contrary.” In other words, the person constantly disagrees just for the sake of disagreeing. Such a person is often referred to as a “rationalist” (though “annoying” is a good alternative). … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be a Bore (Voltaire)

Posted on December 4, 2013 by D3 Support

The secret of being a bore is to tell everything. — Voltaire

Posted in Quotations

Emotional “Safety” (DE Wave)

Posted on December 3, 2013 by D3 Support

People often use the terms “feeling safe” or “feeling emotionally safe.” But exactly what does that mean? Usually, we think of “safety” in a physical sense. We seek safety from a criminal or anyone who threatens our comfort or way … Continue reading →

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Get More Done by Working Fewer Hours?

Posted on December 3, 2013 by D3 Support

The Greeks are some of the most hardworking in the advanced economies, putting in over 2,000 hours a year on average. Germans, on the other hand, are comparative slackers, working about 1,400 hours each year. But German productivity is about … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Psychology & Self-Improvement

Why Most Americans No Longer Trust “The Other Guy”

Posted on December 2, 2013 by D3 Support

The vast majority of Americans now believe that most people cannot be trusted. Not merely politicians or politically connected businesses, but most people period. According to a new AP poll, only one-third of Americans say they believe that most people … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Thanksgiving, Rationally Speaking (DE Coast Press)

Posted on November 27, 2013 by D3 Support

Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful. That sounds very nice, but it’s a bit too general for my taste. I like to look at Thanksgiving as a time of perspective: To think about what’s right, both with the world … Continue reading →

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Read This Before You Die

Posted on November 27, 2013 by D3 Support

Life is for the living, not for the dead or the dying. However, we can learn a lot from those who die. In a fascinating article entitled, “Nurse Discusses 5 Regrets People Tell Her Before They Die,” [source: Bronnie Ware, … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Psychology & Self-Improvement

Control and Serenity Don’t Mix (DE Wave)

Posted on November 26, 2013 by D3 Support

Holiday festivities with family and friends can be fun. But increased interaction (and perhaps cramped quarters) can also create frustration over what some people may say or do. Sometimes it’s hard to watch someone say things or make decisions that … Continue reading →

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“Tell Your Dog to Please Mind His Manners”

Posted on November 26, 2013 by D3 Support

Dear Dr. Hurd, We enjoyed your recent column about Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan’s approach to canine (and people) psychology. [National Geographic Channel] My wife and I were invited to a party at the home of a very nice couple we … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Psychology & Self-Improvement

Iran: Obama’s New Best Friend

Posted on November 25, 2013 by D3 Support

Obama and John Kerry have “struck a deal” with Iran. We’re now supposed to breathe easier. Because of this deal, we’re told, Iran will no longer be building nuclear weapons in order to destabilize the Middle East (translation: our oil … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

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