By Dr. Bruce Smith ——Bio and Archives--February 4, 2024
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Many times every day we encounter problems that need solutions. Each time we face a choice, we must find a way to go forward. We must find a way.
We must find a way to make the most of what we are given. Only rarely is it the same that is given to others. Living by comparison to others is not good, whether others wish us well or ill. It really means turning our self-esteem over to others. Those who wish us ill love this. It gives them the power they crave.
It helps to find a way to see the best in our circumstances. There are always others who see how our situation could be different, but others aren’t very good at considering our interests. Always looking at the down side doesn’t help.
We must find a way to look at things differently, to look on the bright side, the positive side. We can always find plenty to regret that we didn’t do, or that we did badly. Seek the benefits of every bad situation. Look to the bright side for inspiration.
We must find a way to self-counsel, taking advantage of help when we can find it, then relying on ourselves to make the good advice work
We must find a way to keep our detractors from dwelling rent-free in our heads. We must find a way to avoid contact with those who seek to beat us........