I think, it depends how you look at it and what mindsets influence how you perceive the term and any words you might associate with it. I see it as a gift if it's not confused with social isolation or loneliness. These things are social withdrawal in its extreme form... and they're not always voluntary. … Continue reading Social withdrawal: Gift or punishment?
Influencing others
Man or woman? Never mind. Just be both interesting and interested
Ladies, speak up; don't squeak. Men, don't speak down to them; get off your ladder.
Learn the fine art of not being offended
To truly master of the art of not being offended, we must be able to see that every statement, action and reaction of another human being is the sum result of THEIR total life experience to date. In other words, the majority of people in our world say and do what they do from their … Continue reading Learn the fine art of not being offended
The platinum rule works better than the golden rule
Get to know yourself, get to know others, then follow the platinum rule: Treat people as THEY would like to be treated. Yes, your parents didn't get it completely right with their golden rule: Treat people as YOU would like to be treated. It's about THEM not you. The golden rule is only a guideline … Continue reading The platinum rule works better than the golden rule
According to science, you should never argue with anyone in writing
Did you know that we respond very differently to what people write than to what they say, even if those things are exactly the same? That's the result of a fascinating new experiment by UC Berkeley and University of Chicago researchers. This research shows HOW we interact makes a huge difference. It's best not to … Continue reading According to science, you should never argue with anyone in writing