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Before you fall asleep, what’s the last thought you have? Are you thinking about that meeting scheduled at 9:35 am? Or the romantic candlelight dinner with your spouse that was long due? Or, is it in excitement to have the whole day to yourself doing something you really enjoy doing? But have you ever thought,

What keeps us going in life? The wholesome sound of laughter from the living room downstairs, the sight of fireworks, or is it the reassuring thought that you will get up in the morning to see the sunrise and do life again? Take a moment to reflect and cherish the moment as you read this

Life is unpredictable.  Yet, if there is one thing that is inevitable in this expedition, it is the end.   It’s a saddening thought that everything; every dream we’ve ever dreamt, every memory we’ve cherished, and every connection we’ve ever had will be reduced to nothing more than rubble and dust.  That’s the law of

How does the belief in the afterlife shapes our perspective? Let’s explore this As you walk through life, basking in the sun, admiring the lush greens of the grass and the vivid hues in the sky, you feel a surge of gratitude in your heart. Pair the scenic beauty with unforgettable moments with your friends

(from the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger) When interacting with adolescents, here are a few ideas from “Quick Tips for Keeping the Peace with Teens” to help maintain and possibly improve your relationship with them;  Frame what you want as a request rather than a demand or threat. Taking this approach

(Taken from Peace: The Other Side of Anger-Second Edition) Communication is a two-way street. To keep this path open, heed the following warning and suggestions: SPEAKING FIRST MAKES THINGS WORSE Whether you are interacting with a young person or an adult, fully listen to what the other person is saying before you speak. Teens have

Although this topic doesn’t relate directly to the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger, it is capable of bringing more calmness when situations cause you to feel unhinged, stressed, angry or any other intense emotion. Focusing your senses in a particular setting, on a memory, or a person you love has the

(from the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger) Before an adult can address the needs of an angry adolescent he/she must be able to provide themselves with something I refer to as an “attitudinal check-up”. Simply put, you must put your judgments on hold, that is, provide yourself with a self-restraining order.

(From the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger) On previous posts, I mentioned adolescents were asked to complete surveys on gun violence, social media and the pandemic. The goal of having their input on these subjects is to provide some idea of their thinking and help you better understand the impact these

I am grateful to have you part of the group I am able to share ideas with. I’d like to mention a few other places you can find information, which I am hopeful will be helpful to you. 1. The Facebook Group – Writers R’ Us 2. Instagram-peacemeister0618 & peaceman68 3. You Tube – angermanager1