If so, know that you are not the only one. Loneliness seems to be increasing in near epidemic proportions. In our upside down society, we have more tools to connect with the world around us than ever before, and yet, even with these advantages, so many find themselves isolated and disconnected. One researcher discovered that…
Have you ever walked in the door dreading the fact that you may need to have what could be an unpleasant conversation with your mate? It could be some troublesome news about one of the kids, damage you did to the car, or a job-threatening conflict at work. Whatever it is – you don’t want…
Well, in answer to the question, I certainly hope not. But I was recently intrigued by a story regarding people who had brain injuries and were profoundly changed. In one case a young man was brutally beaten by muggers, which gave him a concussion – which increased his IQ to a level of being able…
Did you ever have your parents say to you, “Do as I say, not as I do?” Or worse yet, have you ever made that statement to your own children? The truth of the matter is – the statement is not very brilliant (OK, I’ll just say it – “It’s dumb”), and it has a…
Now that may seem like a strange question. I mean when children are born they are beautiful and they amazing and wonderfully made. We have three grandkids ranging from 3 years old to a few months. They are cute, curious, and delightful. Of course as grandparents we get to give them back and go home. …
If you are a fan of The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, you have probably seen his sketch “Thank You Notes.” In this he often pays tribute to all kinds of unsung people, places and things. And no doubt, being mentioned on national TV is libel to be greatly appreciated. Think about when you have…
Now as you read that title, you may think, “Well I guess family would be closer and more valued than just a friend, so I would want to be family.” But are you sure? A past senator from Oregon, who was the father of four children, once said that his wife stunned him by the…
Now that may seem like a strange question, as it seems that we have been together forever. I mean, we are connected in ways that others can only be envious of. Think about it and I’m sure that you’ll agree. Is there anyone else whose face you gaze into as much as mine? On average,…
A recent Associated Press article reported on the need to change the “smartphone habit.” It appears that smartphone addiction is by design. The constant stream of notifications, color scheme in apps, and all of the “likes” followers and in-game trophies are intentionally designed to distract you from the “real” world to focus on your “virtual”…
Have you ever run a three-legged race? I remember doing so (or rather, trying to do so) when I was a kid. It may have been at a school carnival or a church youth group function. It sounded pretty simple. So, you would pair up with your best friend or perhaps you saw it as…