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Category: Daily Dose of Reason

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“Too Pretty” or “Too Handsome” — Acts of Intimidation?

Posted on March 24, 2014 by DrHurd

Is it an act of “intimidation” against others if they find you too attractive? Consider a story reported at pjmedia.com on 3/20/14: In her first workout since being injured in a car accident, Tiffany Austin said she couldn’t wait to … Continue reading →

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

“I’m Not Motivated” … What to Do?

Posted on March 23, 2014 by DrHurd

One of the most common things people ask a psychotherapist like me about is motivation. “I should be doing such-and-such. But I’m not. I don’t feel motivated. Am I depressed?” Right there, in asking such a question, you’re revealing that … Continue reading →

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

Two Options for Dealing With Other People

Posted on March 22, 2014 by DrHurd

We basically have two ways of dealing with other human beings: reason, or force. This fact has social-political implications. But it also has implications for daily life in families, business or other personal relationships. To most of us, force is … Continue reading →

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

America: More European than Europe?

Posted on March 21, 2014 by DrHurd

Many who oppose the mushrooming welfare/entitlement/debt-deficit state of America warn, “If you don’t get your act together, America, you’re going to wind up like bankrupt socialist welfare states in Europe.” Columnist Mark Steyn [steynonline.com 3/18/14] cites figures suggesting that America … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

“Affordable Care Act” Forgot About Doctors

Posted on March 20, 2014 by DrHurd

Barack Obama has declared the “Affordable Care Act” a success. Success — by what standard? By what criteria? “Well, at this point, enough people are signing up that the Affordable Care Act is going to work,” Obama said before the … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Health Care Reform

In the Age of Texting, We Still Need Boundaries

Posted on March 19, 2014 by DrHurd

Dear Dr. Hurd, My partner and I are good friends with another couple. (We’re both in lesbian relationships.) Recently, one of the women in that relationship started paying (what I believe to be) inappropriate attention to my girlfriend; sending personal … Continue reading →

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

New York Mayor de Blasio: Spread the Mediocrity

Posted on March 18, 2014 by DrHurd

In a recent column, Democrat Juan Williams wrote: Bill de Blasio is the best thing to ever happen to the School Choice Movement. The New York City mayor is crippling the growth of charter schools by throwing them out of … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

“Spread the Wealth” Fails on Its Own Terms

Posted on March 17, 2014 by DrHurd

According to a study at MoneyRates.com, income inequality is actually rising, not falling, during the Obama years. Ironically, in electoral “blue” pro-Obama states, income inequality is rising even higher than in “red” states who didn’t vote for Obama. If it … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

When Spouses/Romantic Partners Are Mean

Posted on March 16, 2014 by DrHurd

Emotional abuse is a fancy, clincial term for simply being mean. According to healthcentral.com [1/8/13], there are numerous indications you might be in an emotionally abusive relationship. Examples include: “Emotionally abusive spouses want you all to themselves. They do not … Continue reading →

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

Young vs. Old

Posted on March 15, 2014 by DrHurd

When dealing with someone younger — or older — many people mistakenly make age the primary factor. For example, “You’re younger than I am. You have no idea what I’m talking about.” Why does age have to be the primary … Continue reading →

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

Obamacare: A Case Study in Central Planning

Posted on March 14, 2014 by DrHurd

“Central planning” refers to government bureaus and agencies replacing the marketplace when it comes to basic decision-making about goods and services. For example, let’s say the government decided to institute central planning for smart phones. Government planners in Washington DC … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Health Care Reform

“President Windrip” 1935,”President Obama” 2014

Posted on March 13, 2014 by DrHurd

One of the expressions people use that concerns me is “do something.” It’s not that I’m against doing something. Quite the contrary: Following up rational, constructive thought with constructive action is crucial. Most people who feel stuck or depressed end … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture
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