The Lessons of Chernobyl Go Way Beyond Chernobyl

…hernobyl does not tell us nuclear energy is bad. Chernobyl teaches us that Communists in charge of nuclear energy — like Communists in charge of ANYTHING — is bad.     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 interest. Also follow Dr. Hurd on Twitter at @MichaelJHurd1, and see “Micha… Continue reading

Why “Getting Help” is a Loaded Term (DE Coast Press)

…er or a loved one usually return to that behavior. Why? Because they never really changed their own minds. They “did it for others” rather than coming to that conclusion on their own. It’s hard enough to modify certain behaviors when you’re genuinely committed. But it’s impossible if you haven’t yet made up your mind. No amount of intervention or guilt can bring about permanent change. The subject must choose to solve it for him- or herself. No am… Continue reading

Apple vs. Obama

…heir systems. These demands would create a chilling precedent and obstruct companies’ efforts to secure their products.” Asking for a private company’s cooperation in providing information to track down a known enemy of everyone is one thing. Demanding that a company take intrusive, unethical and even illegal steps against the property and individual rights of its own customers as a matter of future policy is something else entirely. The White Hou… Continue reading

CISA: First New Legislation of the Post-American America

…democratic republic. Fasten your seatbelts. We’re living in the post-American America. With both parties now against the rights of individual citizens, it’s anybody’s guess what happens next.   You can 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 interest. Also follow Dr. Hurd on Twitte… Continue reading

The DEA’s War on the Constitution

…e only as viable as the people willing to defend them. We’re losing our rights, and it’s not just because of the DEA. It’s up to us to take them back. Let’s start with abolishing the DEA.     Be sure to “friend” 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 interest. Also follow Dr. Hurd on Twit… Continue reading

Nobody Can Think For You

…er or a loved one usually return to that behavior. Why? Because they never really changed their own minds. They “did it for others” rather than coming to that conclusion on their own. It’s hard enough to modify certain behaviors when you’re genuinely committed. But it’s impossible if you haven’t yet made up your mind. No amount of intervention or guilt can bring about permanent change. The subject must choose to solve it for him- or herself. No am… Continue reading

Holidays: Duty or Choice? (DE Coast Press)

…brightly wrapped presents under the tree. But in the interest of a stress-free holiday, you can propose other options. For example, suggest that each person draw a single name for which they will buy. Some large families and offices do this all the time. Or what about a memorable experience like a cruise or a trip – anything that isn’t doomed to collect dust in the attic. I’m not advocating any particular way to exchange gifts. What I am saying i… Continue reading

Chronic Selflessness is not Psychologically Healthy

…was able to help her convince him to try.     Follow Dr. Hurd on Facebook. Search under “Michael Hurd” (Charleston SC). Get up-to-the-minute postings, recommended articles and links, and engage in back-and-forth discussion with Dr. Hurd on topics of interest. Also follow Dr. Hurd on Twitter at @MichaelJHurd1, drmichaelhurd on Instagram, Michael Hurd Ph.D. on LinkedIn, @DrHurd on TruthSocial   Why Get Help? Solution-focused life coaching with Dr. H… Continue reading

What’s the “Messiah” Complex — And Why Do People Fall For It?

…sh’s grandiose dreams of being a rock star in this life were crushed after coming to Hollywood. Fame eluded them. Their compensatory narcissistic fantasies were frustrated. Their inflated egos wounded. What followed in both cases was a bloody and embittered reaction to feelings of frustration, narcissistic injury and rejection, one that lashed out against the world in a relentless pursuit of destructive infamy, fueled by a wicked rage for recognit… Continue reading

You Can’t Blame ‘The Economy’ for Everything

…more fundamental than economics. Societies don’t get out of their economic slumps unless (and until) they first lift their spirits. What applies to societies also applies to your son. Encourage him to get some help to help himself.     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 intere… Continue reading

What’s Love Got to Do With Romance?

…ong with the relationship. Keeping a good balance over the long term, i.e. commitment, requires some work. And, hopefully we become better people through the process. Actually, “balance” won’t do the trick here. “Balance” implies that two people draw some kind of arbitrary line, sometimes sacrificing your interests, and sometimes sacrificing mine. But by what objective standard or method are we to determine when I make my sacrifices and you make y… Continue reading