I have been involved in the psychology field for 35 years. Here’s what I see as the central problem with that field. It mostly boils down to answering the question: “Why do rational people act irrationally?” The question cannot be … Continue reading
“It’s an emergency. It’s a crisis.” How do we know it’s an emergency or a crisis? “Because I say so.” So what do we do in this crisis or emergency? “Whatever I say.” What if it doesn’t make sense; what … Continue reading
You want to hear an ultimate truth? You cannot make someone else see clarity when they find comfort within their fog. — Meredith Marple Follow Dr. Hurd on Facebook. Search under “Michael Hurd” (Rehoboth Beach DE). Get up-to-the-minute … Continue reading
Think you have problems? Jamie Parsons, a burger maestro and entrepreneur, knew he was going to die — but lived life to the fullest anyway. He was on fire with his passion for business and creation, until the very end. … Continue reading
Medicalizing mental health was a tragic error. It falsely taught people that emotions are solely the result of physical factors — i.e., brain chemistry. With regard to your psyche, your character and your soul, the psychiatric industry turns you into … Continue reading
When dealing with people, remember you are not dealing with creatures of logic, but of emotion. (Dale Carnegie quote) Yes, BUT: Reason and logic are distinctively human features. But so few humans use these features. That’s why we are where … Continue reading
“Your entire life can change with six months of consistency. Perfection isn’t the goal. Consistency is. Don’t try to be perfect. Try to be better than you were yesterday. Consistency beats perfectionism.” @drjamesdinic, Twitter Follow Dr. Hurd on … Continue reading
“Learn to say ‘no’ without explaining yourself.” [Unknown] So much has been written — including at this website — on how to avoid the toxic influences of a narcissist, a sociopath or what-have-you. Really: This is just about all you … Continue reading
We’re not allowed to talk about the following. “The science has settled it,” we’re told about transgenderism for children. But it’s still happening, just the same: A California teen girl who once identified as transgender and took hormones and underwent … Continue reading
I did not know the woman who wrote this, and it’s from last year, but I found it highly moving. Definitely worth a read. [Yvonne Ator, posted on Facebook 9-14-21 (via Mauria Stein)] My friend Kerri Grote died this … Continue reading
“Music is what feelings sound like.” — Unknown Follow Dr. Hurd on Facebook. Search under “Michael Hurd” (Rehoboth Beach DE). Get up-to-the-minute postings, recommended articles and links, and engage in back-and-forth discussion with Dr. Hurd on topics of … Continue reading
“Motivation will only serve you for a moment. In order to sustain progress, you need a system.” [author of this quote unknown] If you’re unwilling to do the work — beyond just saying, “Give me motivation,” as if life were … Continue reading