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Archive for March 27th, 2008

Barbara Graham wrote an interesting article for this issue about being a worrier and how that life strategy doesn’t really work.  I identified with it because my mother is a proud worrywart.  Drives me nuts.  The Boy also worries–but he’s actually gotten a million times better over the years, so that, although a bit worrisome [...]

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Gratitude?  Thy name is only two “Something to Think About” questions this week!  The point is to dwell on all the things you can be thankful about.  If you’re grateful, you open yourself up to even more good things (hey, what goes around, comes around), and you start spreading the joy to others.
1.  “Ask yourself:  [...]

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Dr. Phil this month has three questions about fighting, which seems a little at odds with the issue’s theme, though I suppose you wouldn’t ask Dr. Phil how you can be more grateful.
The first questioner wonders if constantly arguing with your partner means your relationship is in trouble.  Dr. Phil says that “arguing is not [...]

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This month’s calendar is designed to get you on “the path to gratitude.” What activities will help us become more thankful people?

“Think of five things you would not change about your life. “

The Boy
Being able to write full-time
Having a good church and a good handbell choir
Fantastic friends
Not owning a car

“Appreciate your senses.” This [...]

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I’m starting to worry that I won’t be able to meet my July 4th deadline for this goal, but I suppose I should be grateful that I’m making any progress at all.
Volume 1, Issue 5 came out in November 2000.  We’re preparing for Thanksgiving, and it’s time to be thankful.  I think this one may [...]

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