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Let’s Replace Psycho-Speak with Real-Speak

Posted on August 22, 2015 by DrHurd
A pile of eggshells lay on a wooden table

Do you notice how we say things can change our view of them? For example, just the other day I heard a parent say about his 13-year-old son, “He has anger issues.” What triggered the comment was an unexplained, and … Continue reading →

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

Dow Plunges: What Happened, Obama?

Posted on August 21, 2015 by DrHurd
Man holds face with closed eyes

“Dow Plunges 530 Points.” Whose fault is it this time? The last time it happened, the established “wisdom” went as follows: The market crashed because of capitalism. False. We’re not a capitalist economy. We’re a mixed economy, i.e., a mixture … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Pope Francis: Hates Capitalism, Loves Hard Work…Go Figure!

Posted on August 20, 2015 by DrHurd
The Pope visits Burger King while onlookers watch

In his weekly Angelus message Wednesday, Pope Francis praised the value of hard work and a willingness to do one’s part for the common good rather than freeloading off society. Citing Saint Paul, Francis said that “anyone unwilling to work … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

Public School Teacher Blames “Privatization” For Failing Schools

Posted on August 19, 2015 by DrHurd
Public school teacher Stephanie Keiles with city in the background

Federal and local governments spend billions and billions more dollars on education every year. Yet the results are unimpressive, to say the least. Many public school teachers are frustrated and dispirited. Here’s what Stephanie Keiles, a long-time public school teacher … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

What It Means to Drive Your Own Life

Posted on August 18, 2015 by DrHurd
Man behind steering wheel driving on long road

I’m always saying that in psychology and daily life, philosophy matters — particularly ethics. Here’s an example to support my point. Psychotherapist Amy Morin, writing at psychologytoday.com, has a sensible article entitled, “5 Signs You’re Trying too Hard to Please … Continue reading →

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

The Art of Ripping up the Deal

Posted on August 17, 2015 by DrHurd
Donald Trump gives speech as young kids stand in background

The Iran nuclear deal reached in July will have catastrophic consequences for the world, Republican candidate Donald Trump has warned. In an interview with NBC’s Meet the Press today, the billionaire Republican candidate claimed the agreement was a “bad deal” … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Hillary Clinton Needs a Tutorial in Accountability

Posted on August 16, 2015 by DrHurd
Hillary Clinton gives speech with American flag in background

Donald Trump has been asked if he has the proper temperament to be a U.S. President. However, it seems highly unlikely that Hillary Clinton will ever be asked the question. Recently, as most people know, Hillary Clinton has been investigated … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

What it Means When Others “Push Your Buttons”

Posted on August 15, 2015 by DrHurd
Red button with the word Push

“He pushes my buttons.” “She knows how to manipulate me.” We’re all familiar with, and at some time have felt, these particular expressions. What do they actually mean? Emotions move us. (The Latin root of the word, “emotion,” literally means … Continue reading →

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

Have American College Campuses Finally Gone Bonkers?

Posted on August 14, 2015 by DrHurd
Ariel view of the Harvard campus

As a mental health professional, people sometimes will ask me, “Am I crazy?” My reply usually goes like this: “If you were truly crazy, you wouldn’t possess the objectivity and rationality required to ask the question.” It’s the truth. But … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

Dissenters Are Now “Free Speech Nuts”

Posted on August 13, 2015 by DrHurd
Blogger Niloy Neel smiling and laughing

A mob hacked to death secular blogger Niloy Chakrabartu, who used the pen name Niloy Neel, on Friday in Bangladesh. He recently posted on Facebook that two strangers followed him after he attended a protest over Ananta Bijoy Das’s murder, … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

James Madison on the 2016 Election

Posted on August 12, 2015 by DrHurd
Portrait of president James Madison

Sick of the 2016 election for U.S. President already? Check out the words and ideas of America’s founders — in this case, James Madison. Nobody today has a clue, but these men understood more than most of us now realize. … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Quotations

Uber vs. Small Town License Laws

Posted on August 11, 2015 by DrHurd
Welcome to Dewey Beach sign with sailboats and an umbrella

Recently, an Uber driver was pulled over in Dewey Beach DE (near where I live) and fined over $500. The reason? Not having a town license for doing business. Reportedly, Uber has an agreement with the state of Delaware. It’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture
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