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Choices

I recently read that a significant portion of the North American working population elect to turn down a promotion, or even choose to take a reduction in pay, in order to spend more... 



Is There Life Without a Car?

I’m “weird,” and proud of it.  Now don’t get me wrong, I’m not weird in the way many people use that word: I am socially capable, generally interesting to talk with, sometimes... 



Moving Beyond Fear

One of the most difficult things about being in relationships that are closer in nature is that we can get triggered. Our “buttons” get pushed. “You pissed me off when you didn’t... 



Who Controls You?

If you are anything like me, you have heard of good books to read, movies to watch, events to attend and the like, but don’t get to all of them.    I’ll never forget reading an... 



The Meaning of Life

The winter months are typically when we spend the most time indoors, often resulting in more time spent with others. This can be easy or difficult; that is the nature of relationships.  ... 



Pain or Fun?

I often meet people who are reluctant to make needed changes in their lives. This is not uncommon, since most of us (me included!) do find change difficult.   I am sure that you have... 



Taking an Honest Look

Forty years ago we received the first ever images of our planet taken from outer space. From that moment, our consciousness was changed, for it was then that we more fully realised... 



Are We Truly Resting?

What does rest mean to you? Sleeping in may do it for many. For some people a rest is little more than a coffee break. Executive types may prefer “power holidays.” A driving vacation... 



The Value of Going Green

A question I am often asked when talking about the benefits of "green” technologies is, "What is the pay-back period?” By this they mean, "How long will the energy... 



An Economic Heretic

Not long ago a parishioner told me that she enjoyed reading my religion writings, even if some of them were somewhat "weird.” While she was unable to provide an example, she... 



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