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Lent and the Psychology of Sacrifice (Part 2 of 2)

Posted on February 11, 2012 by D3 Support

Conclusion of yesterday’s column. Q: You have defined sacrifice as essentially the giving up of a greater good for the sake of a lesser good. Now I am not a theologian, but I have been speaking with a few clergymen … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Ethics

Lent and the Psychology of Sacrifice (Part 1 of 2)

Posted on February 10, 2012 by D3 Support

A journalist and visitor to DrHurd.com writes: Q: ‘The meaning of Lent is different to different people, but overall there seems to be a general theme of self-sacrifice or self-denial in an effort to put one’s mind in a more … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Ethics

Why Regrets are Silly

Posted on February 9, 2012 by D3 Support

Regrets are pointless. People sometimes say or think, “I wish I had that situation to do over again. I’d do it differently.” What do you regret about the situation? That you made a mistake? If you made a mistake, then … Continue reading →

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

Good or Bad Economy, for Obama It’s a Win-Win

Posted on February 8, 2012 by D3 Support

Obama says the unemployment numbers — down slightly — are good news. Critics say these unemployment numbers are mostly a reflection of the fact that more Americans are giving up on employment permanently, and therefore are no longer figured in … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

A Divided America? If Only!

Posted on February 7, 2012 by D3 Support

Senator Jim DeMint of South Carolina says: ‘I can guarantee you in the Super Bowl this year the two coaches are not telling their teams to go out and work with the other guys because the other team has an … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

The Grand Illusion of Medicare

Posted on February 6, 2012 by D3 Support

National Journal online reports: “According to the Congressional Budget Office, which released its new Budget and Economic Outlook report [last week], a 10-year repeal of the growth-rate formula that froze doctors’ rates [for Medicare reimbursement] at current levels would cost … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Making Peace With Bullies Never Ends Well

Posted on February 5, 2012 by D3 Support

Associated Press reports: “Iran’s powerful Revolutionary Guard began military exercises Saturday in the country’s south, the latest show of force after threats to close the strategic Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for tougher Western sanctions. The latest military maneuvers got … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

“It’s Not Fair!! Why Me?”

Posted on February 3, 2012 by D3 Support

‘Life’s not fair! I’m gettin’ a raw deal!’ We hear it just about every day. Life is neither fair nor unfair. Only people can be fair or unfair. ‘Fairness’ presupposes a set of concepts (or ideas) about justice, grounded in … Continue reading →

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

The Psychology of Sexual Abuse

Posted on February 2, 2012 by D3 Support

A reporter from a local Delaware paper asked for my comments related to recent charges against a local high school teacher who had a sexual relationship with a 17 year old student.   Questions: What do you think drives or … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

Free Will: The Engine of Mental Health

Posted on February 1, 2012 by D3 Support

Q: Your ideas on psychology and self-help make sense. I know they are rational, but I don’t always feel them. My logic is rational, but my feelings are not. What am I supposed to do? Just ignore my feelings? What … Continue reading →

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

Obama’s America: One Big, Gigantic Soup Kitchen

Posted on January 31, 2012 by D3 Support

Several months ago, Obama referred to what he considers the essence of America: He said, “This sense of mutual responsibility — the idea that I am my brother’s keeper; that I am my sister’s keeper — has always been a … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

The Destruction of “Enabling”

Posted on January 30, 2012 by D3 Support

Dear Dr. Hurd: If you don’t mind suggestions on articles, have you ever written one on the evils of “enabling”? That is, the phenomenon where a person knows that what someone else is doing is wrong, sometimes morally, but will … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Ethics
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