Jerry Clark
- Nov 14, 2022
- 2 min
Adjust your mirror.
I was reminded of a mother who complained of her son’s behavior, “I don’t know why little Horace is so violent—I’ve smacked him for it a...
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Jerry Clark
- Nov 11, 2022
- 3 min
Try or Train?
I often hear statements that have to do with trying to accomplish something—trying to find a new job, trying to lose weight, or trying to...
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Jerry Clark
- Nov 9, 2022
- 3 min
Collateral Damage
I talk about blind spots in relationships because I feel so many relationships can be salvaged. It is so easy to look at the other person...
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Jerry Clark
- Nov 7, 2022
- 3 min
Gratitude
Have you ever stumped your toe on a piece of furniture? The statement about seeing stars can come true. The feelings of frustration for...
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Jerry Clark
- Nov 4, 2022
- 3 min
Worry Story...
Jody and Dawn gossiped a lot about their friends in their group. When recalling their pals' "inadequacies" and "oddities," the two of...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 31, 2022
- 2 min
You got this, you're a natural!
I want to write about something a little different, another kind of blind spot for you to uncover. It is the blind spot of “natural...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 28, 2022
- 3 min
The Confidence Thief
I know the importance of reminders and today is a reminder of a blind spot that I see rear its ugly head day after day in my office. SHAME...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 24, 2022
- 3 min
Respect.
I must admit my own judgment, or misjudgment has gotten me into trouble too many times. I developed a false preconception due to bias,...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 17, 2022
- 3 min
Pride versus Grace
There are many definitions of pride. In this case, I’m using pride as related to being haughty or arrogant. This could mean that I'm...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 14, 2022
- 3 min
Silent Killers
Resentments are the quiet thoughts or feelings we harbor against another person because we consider them responsible for an act of...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 12, 2022
- 2 min
An invaluable resource...feedback.
Happy Wednesday. I want to thank you for joining me on this journey. For the better part of a year, I've been selecting topics to post...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 10, 2022
- 3 min
3x5 Cards
I was speaking to a woman many years ago before cell phones became so popular. Judy was complaining about a family member (I’ll call her...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 7, 2022
- 2 min
I call it Rationalize, Minimize and Justify
People who rationalize minimize and justify are almost impossible to communicate with and do not know it. They can appear self-righteous,...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 5, 2022
- 3 min
Poverty—the absence of presence.
At times, our lives are busy, and time is in short supply. Many of us live far away from or have strained relationships with spouses,...
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Jerry Clark
- Oct 3, 2022
- 2 min
The Oxymoron.
I don’t know if you have ever gone out of control to gain control. I have and it was my intention to try to control others or situations...
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Jerry Clark
- Sep 30, 2022
- 2 min
My Challenge
I remember a debate in college. We were debating whether there was a heaven. I recall one person who spoke up and said, “The proof is in...
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Jerry Clark
- Sep 28, 2022
- 2 min
Blind Spots Series 2—Bay Harbour UMC
This Sunday was the second in the series of co-presenting Blind Spots at my home church, Bay Harbour UMC, League City, Texas. Sr. Pastor...
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Jerry Clark
- Sep 26, 2022
- 2 min
The double bind.
Sandy and Rex have been in a relationship for about 18 months. They have a fun relationship and enjoy each other’s company. Rex likes to...
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Jerry Clark
- Sep 23, 2022
- 2 min
Offense, not defense.
Yes, it is the season. And I got to thinking about how football relates to the game of life. It is essential that I live my life being...
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Jerry Clark
- Sep 21, 2022
- 1 min
Blind Spots Series—Bay Harbour UMC
I have the privilege of co-presenting a series on Blind Spots at my home church, Bay Harbour UMC, League City, Texas. Sr. Pastor Stephen...
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