I often speak to people who proudly describe themselves as “perfectionists.” However, after we talk for a while, it’s interesting how many of their anxieties appear to center around that very thing. Though ‘perfectionist’ has a virtuous ring to it, … Continue reading
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Robber Barons and Busybodies
C.S. Lewis said: “It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies.” He’s right. “Robber barons” was the term for the successful businessmen of his time. There is no theft in success, however. This wrong … Continue reading
ObamaCare North
From a DrHurd.com reader who lives in Canada, where the government pays for and controls all medical care: Dr. Hurd: If you think that socialized medicine, your doctor, hospital, pharmacy, etc. is better in Canada — think twice! Just one … Continue reading
Gets Me Through the Day!
Your Daily Dose of Reason helps me get through the day/week and am very grateful for that.
The Greatest Human Error
Intellectually, people almost always agree with me when I claim, “You cannot control anybody else’s actions.” Yet, on the emotional level there is almost always resistance — in a few cases, even hostility. It’s always a red flag when a … Continue reading
The “Adult Conversation” Between Politicians and Voters
Politicians: Let’s have health care for all. Voters: Yes. But not ObamaCare. We don’t want government care. We want guaranteed health care. Medical care like we have now, only free. And more competent, more compassionate, less bureaucratic than now. Will … Continue reading
Why Freedom No Longer Sells
‘Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.’ — George Bernard Shaw
It’s the People’s Fault
By now it’s plain to nearly everyone that Republicans are getting nowhere in massively cutting the budget and limiting the scope of the federal government. It’s tempting to blame the politicians themselves. “Those politicians!” it could be said. “They won’t … Continue reading
In the Days Ahead, Evil Will Not Win
Honestly, you are the most refreshing voice I have come across in all the years I have been on the Internet. That is a long time. Your understanding of Ayn Rand is as compelling as any of us radicals for capitalism would … Continue reading
Married With Children
Dr. Hurd: I’m at a crossroads and could use your perspective. I’ve fallen in love with my best friend. We’ve known each other for years. She’s the most amazing woman I’ve ever known. The catch: She’s married with kids and … Continue reading
No Principles? No Credibility
I’m sick to death of all this talk about “both sides” in the federal budget debate needing to “come together.” We should get something straight. In every issue, there is a right side and a wrong side. (That is, assuming … Continue reading
The Danger of Excessive Behaviors
We all know people who overdo things. I often see clients who are concerned about their loved ones and wonder if excessive habits such as smoking or drinking could open the door to an addiction to something harmful. Indeed, the … Continue reading