Jerry Clark
Oct 4, 20232 min read
Give It Away
Have you ever been trapped in a relationship where you're receiving what you don't want? Perhaps it's negativity, mistrust, or even...
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Jerry Clark
Sep 25, 20232 min read
What others whisper…
I talked to someone who was describing their manager as harsh and negative. He was great at managing everything but his people. This...
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Jerry Clark
Sep 18, 20232 min read
So what?
I often encounter something that stops me in my tracks. It is so easy to get derailed. When my plan doesn't get implemented, or I get...
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Jerry Clark
Sep 11, 20232 min read
Adam, Eve, and the snake
Blame has existed since time began and has played a vital role in the downfall of relationships. The blame game started in the story of...
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Jerry Clark
Sep 4, 20232 min read
Silence is Golden
“Silence is one of the greatest arts of communication.” ~Marcus Tullis Cicero Have you ever pondered the idea of silence being an art of...
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Jerry Clark
Aug 30, 20232 min read
Eggshells at home
I have talked before about "walking on eggshells." It can be one of the biggest blind spots in a relationship. As mentioned in my...
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Jerry Clark
Aug 28, 20232 min read
Who is culpable here?
Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where you feel your voice doesn't matter? Talking to someone who is grumpy, growly, stern,...
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Jerry Clark
Aug 23, 20232 min read
The Golden Rule
We definitely teach others how to treat us in relationships. This can be a significant blind spot so hidden that we don’t even know it’s...
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Jerry Clark
Aug 21, 20232 min read
Change frustration into fascination.
I may have written about this before, but the idea has been reoccurring lately, perhaps I need a reminder. As Ralph and Robin were taking...
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Jerry Clark
Aug 16, 20232 min read
Dead Right
I was talking to my friends Ralph and Robin recently. Robin was not feeling appreciated and expressed it to Ralph. Robin told Ralph that...
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Jerry Clark
Aug 14, 20232 min read
Bob's Eulogy
Joe's brother Bob passed away. Bob had a bad reputation in the community and Joe’s reputation wasn’t much better. Bob was a hooligan, and...
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Jerry Clark
Aug 9, 20232 min read
Freedom
I have just read Nguyen Dang Kha's book Passage to America. His story is about the horrible treatment the South Vietnamese received after...
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Jerry Clark
Aug 2, 20232 min read
Goal Line
In pursuing success and personal achievement, it is common to wonder, "Where is my goal line?" This question reflects the desire to know...
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Jerry Clark
Jul 28, 20232 min read
The Delicate Dance
In a previous post, I revealed how discovery vs disclosure had an impact in the workplace. This post uses the same concept in...
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Jerry Clark
Jul 26, 20232 min read
Discovery vs. Disclosure
In work environments, the clash between discovery and disclosure can be daunting, especially when fear and reluctance overshadow one's...
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Jerry Clark
Jul 21, 20232 min read
Schedules
Ralph and Robin are going through the rituals of life like so many other couples. The ability to offer their children great things is...
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Jerry Clark
Jul 19, 20232 min read
Recognizing I Don't Know It All
In this journey of embracing humility, I give up my illusion and recognize, I don’t know it all.
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Jerry Clark
Jul 14, 20232 min read
No Regrets!
Have you ever considered living a life with no regrets? What an exciting quest this would be. I have lived many years and have...
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Jerry Clark
Jul 12, 20232 min read
Who's Laughing Now?
Growing up, I experienced shame and embarrassment that left lasting imprints on my self-esteem. I struggled to find humor in myself...
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Jerry Clark
Jul 7, 20232 min read
Blunders That Derail Communication
Let me tell you what I need from you before I tell you what I am going to tell you. This statement gives the listener a clear expectation...
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