Control
Control has been a significant challenge for me. I once thrived on being in control; it made me extremely uncomfortable when I wasn't. I...
Jerry Clark
Aug 30, 20242 min read
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Afraid of the word, “no?”
What price have I paid when I wanted to do something but didn't because I feared hearing the word “no?” I spoke with a friend who...
Jerry Clark
Aug 28, 20242 min read
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Subordinate and Win
Often, I find myself in challenging conversations where disagreements can be tough to handle. If I yield too much and give in, I risk...
Jerry Clark
Aug 26, 20242 min read
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Yep, blind spots.
Did your mom or dad ever scold you as a kid, yelling at you for being hot-headed—while they were in the middle of a heated rant...
Jerry Clark
Aug 23, 20241 min read
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Silence is Golden
Have you ever pondered the idea of silence being an art of communication?
Jerry Clark
Aug 21, 20242 min read
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Curious Mindset
During my internship, I was mentored by George, who proved to be an exceptional guide. His incessant questioning initially seemed almost...
Jerry Clark
Aug 19, 20242 min read
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Harsh or Lenient
I recently talked to a dad who told me about raising his two sons. He was a man of rugged determination, shaped by years of hard labor...
Jerry Clark
Aug 16, 20242 min read
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My Story
I've often listened to eulogies for friends and family and wondered what might be said about me when my time comes. It's a sobering...
Jerry Clark
Aug 14, 20242 min read
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Life's Storms
I sometimes see chaos and challenges in my life as storms. Life’s storms are unpredictable. Sometimes, they catch me off guard,...
Jerry Clark
Aug 12, 20242 min read
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When I Think
When I think I'm doing things right and I'm not, I'm dangerous. I recall instances where I thought I was doing the right thing, only to...
Jerry Clark
Aug 9, 20242 min read
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No More
At an early age, when I found myself in disagreement, I would go into convince mode. I had a difficult time being wrong. Today, it’s...
Jerry Clark
Aug 7, 20242 min read
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YOU
Using "you" in relationships can bring people closer or drive them away. Have you ever noticed how saying "you" in a critical or negative...
Jerry Clark
Aug 5, 20242 min read
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The Iceberg Concept
I often notice how minor disagreements can turn into major arguments. This occurs when either participant has unfinished business....
Jerry Clark
Aug 2, 20242 min read
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