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Category: Daily Dose of Reason

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Top 10 Things People Do To Get in Their Own Way

Posted on February 28, 2011 by D3 Support

1. Have Kids Without Thinking. Too many people have kids because it’s the thing to do, it’s what they feel they should do, or because their spouse/partner wants them to. Very few have kids because they want to, because they … Continue reading →

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

Private Airports: Way of the Future

Posted on February 27, 2011 by D3 Support

New numbers released by the Federal Aviation Administration show reports of air-traffic errors having nearly doubled in three years. This raises the question. Who would you rather have controlling airports and airport safety: Government, or the private sector? The nearly … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

“All I Did For You!”

Posted on February 26, 2011 by D3 Support

Parents of teenagers often expect their children to appreciate them. “All I’ve done for you! Why can’t you show gratitude?” To see the error here, think about what gratitude is. Gratitude is an emotion one feels towards someone for something … Continue reading →

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

A Rare Rational Voice on Crime and Psychology

Posted on February 25, 2011 by D3 Support

Dr. Hurd’s review of Dr. Stanton Samenow’s latest book, The Myth of the “Out of Character” Crime: People love to make excuses for, and rationalize, their own erroneous actions. Unfortunately this applies to criminals at least as much as ordinary … Continue reading →

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

Discourse For Some

Posted on February 24, 2011 by D3 Support

From an A.P. report: “Two former presidents — one Republican, the other a Democrat — will chair a new national institute to promote civility in political discourse in the city where U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was severely wounded in a … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

The Dog Whisperer Beats Human Psychologists

Posted on February 23, 2011 by D3 Support

When it comes to child psychology, I much prefer Cesar Millan — “The Dog Whisperer” — to the mental health establishment. Millan is a dog psychologist, but he’s more of a human one than you think. In case you haven’t … Continue reading →

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

Priorities — D.C. Style

Posted on February 22, 2011 by D3 Support

Regarding the budget crisis, some liberal was said to ask, “What kind of priorities do Republicans have — using a weed whacker to the education budget, while allowing well-off people to still have tax deductions on their second homes?” The … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

Liberalism to Its Ultimate Conclusion

Posted on February 21, 2011 by D3 Support

The welfare state is cracking apart. It has run out of money. Most people want the supposed benefits of a welfare state; nearly everybody welcomes something for nothing. But increasingly, it’s apparent to all involved that you can’t get something … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Society & Culture

The Battle of Wisconsin

Posted on February 20, 2011 by D3 Support

The battle between the governor of Wisconsin and his state employees illustrates the case for capitalism — and against government-run monopolies. Government employees hold a monopoly — or at least a strong advantage — in the provision of certain services. … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Laissez-faire Socialism

Posted on February 19, 2011 by D3 Support

A study by Jonathan Gruber, an MIT professor, found that replacing the individual mandate in ObamaCare, as suggested by many opponents of the law, would significantly erode the coverage gains from the law and raise premiums for health care consumers. … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

Social Security Cannot — And Should Not — Be Saved

Posted on February 18, 2011 by D3 Support

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie: “Here’s the truth that nobody’s talking about. You’re gonna have to raise the retirement age for Social Security. Whoa, I just said it, and I’m still standing here. I did not vaporize.” Actually, the problems … Continue reading →

Posted in Daily Dose of Reason, Politics & Government

How Smart is SMART Recovery?

Posted on February 17, 2011 by D3 Support

Q: Dr. Hurd, in your recent article on addiction you mention and provide a link to Rational Recovery. What about the offshoot program, SMART Recovery? A: I don’t like SMART Recovery as much as Rational Recovery. It’s not as hard … Continue reading →

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