Discovery vs. Disclosure
In work environments, the clash between discovery and disclosure can be daunting, especially when fear and reluctance overshadow one's...
Jerry Clark
Jul 26, 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.
Jerry Clark
Jul 19, 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...
Jerry Clark
Jul 12, 20232 min read
You're a Natural!
I want to write about something a little different, another blind spot for you to uncover. It's the blind spot of “natural gifting.” One...
Jerry Clark
Jul 5, 20232 min read
Halfway Home
On Jan 2nd, my post had to do with what you planned to accomplish in the coming year of 2023. I talked about my friends' year-end letters...
Jerry Clark
Jun 30, 20232 min read
Goals and Processes
At the end of last year, I talked about setting goals for the upcoming year. Remember, I asked you to write a letter to be read at...
Jerry Clark
May 19, 20232 min read
Grace
Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, and forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32 God’s grace...
Jerry Clark
May 12, 20232 min read
What's not being said?
Stress in relationships is a common phenomenon that can arise for various reasons. It can be caused by external factors such as financial...
Jerry Clark
May 5, 20232 min read
Feedback
[The feedback definition in this scenario is to provide information regarding a person's reaction to their words or actions to improve...
Jerry Clark
Apr 26, 20232 min read
Who Am I?
Who am I in your presence? Often, I am in the presence of another and find myself frustrated or not feeling good about myself when I am...
Jerry Clark
Apr 19, 20232 min read
Blurt
People will occasionally make an alarming and difficult comment. I call it blurting.
Jerry Clark
Apr 14, 20232 min read
Just Breathe
There is a song that goes, "I'm in a hurry to get things done, oooh I rush and rush until life's no fun..." ending with "I'm in a hurry...
Jerry Clark
Apr 12, 20232 min read
Energy
Something that slips past our conscious thinking is whether our personal energy exudes something positive or negative.
Jerry Clark
Apr 7, 20232 min read
Choices
I am where I am because of the choices I've made. Yes, this is a bold statement, but it's true. Think about it, how often do we use the...
Jerry Clark
Apr 5, 20232 min read
Paper or China?
Occasionally, I find someone willing to settle for less than they deserve in their relationship. I call it settling for crumbs...
Jerry Clark
Mar 31, 20232 min read
WHHAAAAT?!
Blind spots are like a Mack truck that drives through your life, revealing your weak spots, limitations and humbling your reactions. I...
Jerry Clark
Mar 29, 20231 min read
Build a Better Me
Have you ever thought of continuing to improve yourself after school? All of the years of education required to achieve the level we...
Jerry Clark
Mar 24, 20232 min read
A Window of Time.
Ralph wakes up on Saturday morning and makes coffee. Robin joins him a few minutes later. She sees a glass in the sink and says, "You...
Jerry Clark
Mar 22, 20232 min read
We hang out in what's familiar.
My friends Ralph and Robin were arguing, as it progressed, Ralph began to get anxious, and his voice elevated. Raising his voice didn't...
Jerry Clark
Mar 17, 20232 min read
Secrets
Secrets are about doing or saying things that would hurt the ones close to us and cause trust to erode. Some relationships begin with...
Jerry Clark
Mar 15, 20232 min read