Become a Better Listener
Listening is complex. In its simplest form its something my dog can do. Effectual listening, however, requires more than your physical presence, because it requires you to engage your heart and mind to understand not only my words but the part of myself I am communicating to you. To me, being heard, with this type of care, is essential.
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authenticity,
campus,
communication,
hear,
listening,
My Story,
Self
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Become a Better Listener
Listening is complex. In its simplest form its something my dog can do. Effectual listening, however, requires more than your physical presence, because it requires you to engage your heart and mind to understand not only my words but the part of myself I am communicating to you. To me, being heard, with this type of care, is essential.
If...... >Read More
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communicate,
communication,
listen,
listening,
Men,
mystory,
Self,
spiritual growth,
Women
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Speak Up
This past week I have been, quite literally, voiceless. A bad case of tonsillitis left me with little more than a whisper. It’s been a very quiet week. Today I still don’t have my voice back but I’m feeling just a bit better and I started to notice the changes in my behavior. I realized I’ve been stepping back.
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better parenting,
character development,
communication,
declaration of values,
faith & spirituality,
friend,
help,
hope,
Life Issues,
listening,
relationships,
Self,
self-esteem,
speaking,
stress,
trust,
values
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Why Do People Cut?
As "Dr. Muriel" I have received many letters from teens and twenties who are addicted to cutting or self-harm. This epidemic has stunned me! Through research I learned that 13, 000 to 30, 000 girls and women use this as a way of coping. Even Princess Diana of England turned to cutting as a way to cope.
When I started... >Read More
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addiction,
attitude problems,
challenges & conflict,
cutting,
Dr. Muriel Larson,
emotions,
feelings,
hardship & suffering,
Life Issues,
pain,
parenting essentials,
relief,
resolving conflict,
Self,
self-harm,
sexual problems,
teenagers,
teens
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Can Your Financial Plans Keep Up?
Major changes — whether personal or professional — can significantly affect your family’s insurance and investment needs. A year-end review of your situation will help ensure that you have adequate coverage and that your investments are meeting your needs. Consider where you stand now in terms of your financial goals and what, if any, adjustments...... >Read More
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budget,
challenges & conflict,
changes,
communication,
crisis,
finances,
healthy marriage,
improving your marriage,
Money,
priorities,
resolving conflict,
Self
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The Bridge that Truth Burned
There’s a well-known idiom in the business world that has been the topic of much corporate discussion. It’s a kernel of wisdom that, depending on your priorities, can make or break you if you choose to ignore it. On the surface, it would appear to make all the sense in the world, but if by “world” we mean the... >Read More
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business,
Career,
Culture,
friends,
gossip,
Life Issues,
office,
Self,
truth
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Raise Your Hand
A woman at church raised her hand when the congregation was asked for volunteers to help a family move into their new home. The job entailed moving heavy furniture and boxes up and down stairs and I wondered how a woman with her serious health conditions could volunteer for such a difficult, physical job. She’s an older, single woman... >Read More
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charity,
Culture,
Family,
help,
homeless,
Self,
serve,
volunteer,
World
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Female Beauty Matters
Recently, several bloggers tackled a highly sensitive and debated topic— the need for... >more
A Bunch of Hot Air
One clear September morning my son packed up his car and headed... >more
What Do You Fear?
Do you crave destiny? (Part 2)