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
2nd August, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
With the recent US government budget debacle, I am reminded that, now more than ever before, we must protect ourselves. The government and even the health care industry are not moving in a direction that will be able to provide more services and protect us from some of the nastiest germs in our society. So » Read More
30th July, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
What is your purpose in life? Are you living your life with the intent of getting to heaven or reaching the highest form of consciousness labeled “Nirvana.” The Buddhists believe that working to achieve “enlightenment” is the goal of living and they believe that we live and are reborn to learn the lessons that will » Read More
23rd July, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
Darwin was a noted biologist who told us about the “survival of the fittest” and how certain genetic strains were improving the “gene pool” allowing less desirable traits or flaws to “die out.” This is why in courtship in the animal world the biggest or the best prevail and are allowed to have more offspring » Read More
16th July, 2011 - Posted by L. John Mason - No Comments
Carmageddon: Another Failed Apocalypse was the headline story from the internet based ThirdAge.com. The media had predicted the end of the world due to the shutdown of a major freeway in Los Angeles, CA. The news media has become so entertaining by building silly news stories into international events. The sad fact is that so » 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
