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Category: Psychology & Self-Improvement

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Indirectly Direct

Posted on June 2, 2009 by D3 Support
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Passive-aggressive people are worse than aggressive people. At least aggressive people tell you, in words and action, where they stand. Where they stand may be wrong. But at least you know, and at least they tell you. Passive-aggressive people don’t … Continue reading →

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

Back in Time

Posted on June 1, 2009 by D3 Support
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People often want to hit the “restart” button on their personal relationships, or past decisions. They wish they could go back in time and make decisions all over again, with knowledge they now possess. This makes no sense at all. … Continue reading →

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

Are You Crazy?

Posted on May 30, 2009 by D3 Support

I’m rather startled by the number of perfectly reasonable people who think they might be “crazy” and, because I’m a therapist by profession, will see that they are “crazy.” Crazy refers to psychosis, meaning a complete break with a recognition … Continue reading →

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

You Can’t Lose With Self-Esteem

Posted on May 29, 2009 by D3 Support

Self-esteem is the most important aspect of mental health. Without self-esteem, how can you expect to live your life free of anxiety, depression, or general angst? I don’t see where positive thinking comes from unless you are happy about yourself. … Continue reading →

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

Who, ME?

Posted on May 24, 2009 by D3 Support

Projection is when you attribute to another person a quality you consider undesirable about yourself. For example, being quick to call Joe a liar when you consider yourself a liar–but won’t admit this fact. Or, being quick to call Mary … Continue reading →

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

Why Doesn’t Anyone Like Me?

Posted on May 19, 2009 by D3 Support

Q: Dr. Hurd, I have few real friends and feel that people usually respond to me in a negative way, no matter how nice or reasonable I try to be. Any thoughts or advice? A: You say people seem to … Continue reading →

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

For Today

Posted on May 17, 2009 by D3 Support

Be original.

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

Demystifying “Depression”

Posted on May 16, 2009 by D3 Support

Sometimes, depression is what happens when you go too long without a sense of purpose. It’s like the engine light going on in the car when it hasn’t obtained proper maintenance. This is why depression/anxiety and other psychological problems can, … Continue reading →

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

Remember the Point of Planning!

Posted on May 14, 2009 by D3 Support

If you fail to focus on, engage in and otherwise appreciate THIS moment — because of your thoughts about the next hour, the next day or the next year — then you’re cheating yourself in two respects. You’re diminishing your … Continue reading →

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

What “Cognitive Distortions” Are

Posted on May 13, 2009 by D3 Support

What does the term “cognitive distortions” mean? It refers to the fact that our initial reactions are not always reliable and trustworthy. Don’t be ashamed of those initial reactions. Don’t moralize about them or ‘be ashamed.’ Simply see them for … Continue reading →

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

Stay Here

Posted on May 12, 2009 by D3 Support

Look back, to better understand what to do — and not to do — now. Look ahead, to gauge where to go from here, and why. Think of the past and future, but relate everything to here and now. If … Continue reading →

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

The Road to Insanity–And Back

Posted on May 10, 2009 by D3 Support

I love the saying: “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, while still expecting different results.” It’s not error itself that defines insanity. It’s denial. It’s evasion. It’s a willful refusal to introspect and look at one’s … Continue reading →

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