14th September, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
Symptoms of panic and anxiety can be confused with life threatening physical disorders! Please consult your physician to determine the source of your symptoms. This is an update of specific things you can do to control the symptoms of panic and anxiety attacks. These devastating occurrences can negatively affect your day to day quality of » Read More
10th September, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
My close friend Rodger Ruge recommends 3-part breathing, also known as “Combat Breathing,” when you are in the midst of a life or death traumatic event. Rodger is a retired policeman with “SWAT” training and years of experience as a health trainer for police and law enforcement communities. Rodger is also a martial arts practionner » Read More
1st September, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
The basics in a management training program require that there is an understanding that managers can increase productivity by learning to increase morale. Reduced morale can lead to higher turnover (which is expensive,) sabotage, increased health challenges for employees, and an overall reduction in customer service (and sales.) “Old school” managers still try to manage by » Read More
27th August, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
Envy From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: “Envy (also called invidiousness) is best defined as an emotion that “occurs when a person lacks another’s perceived superior quality, achievement, or possession and either desires it or wishes that the other lacked it. Envy can also derive from a sense of low self-esteem that results from an upward social comparison threatening » Read More
24th August, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - 1 Comment
Many angry and unsympathetic people would answer this question, “Why bother to try to help them…?” Teachers, healthcare providers, ministers, and crazy mental health professionals often answer this question quite differently… unless, they are facing major “burnout.” I have had clients who were “sent” to me for counseling or coaching services but who had not clearly » Read More
19th August, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
In the Northern Hemisphere, Summer is beginning to show signs of winding down. Sure there are still major heat waves to deal with and hurricane season is just starting but many people are beginning to think that the time for Summer relaxation and rest is nearly, or completely, over. The next season is Fall. Autumn » Read More
13th August, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
My wife is a “Cat person” and she has suffered through 27 “long” years married to me. Being married to me has taken its toll on her but after the first 10 years she did develop the necessary survival tools including an extremely good sense of humor. She has had to… But this blog is » Read More
5th August, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
Yes, I am embarrassed to say that I should have worn my eyeglasses when I went shopping at the market for donuts this morning. On my way to work, I stopped to get an early morning peace offering to the TGIF Gods and when I got to the “baked goods” section I grab what I » Read More
7th July, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
Professional athletes, movie stars, media stars, entertainers, politicians, lottery winners, and other famous or noteworthy celebrities must deal with their status as “stars”/celebrities on a regular basis. Most people like, even desire, attention, however there can be too much of a “good thing.” The general public often does not know how to respond when a » Read More
25th June, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
Self-confidence is related to feelings of self-worth and self-regard. It suggests that a person has confidence in their abilities and how they present themselves to the world and that these abilities are born out of oneself. People who project self-confidence often find it easier to attract success and to gain support for their endeavors. If » Read More
