Understanding Behavior: People Do Things for a Reason 9 September 2023 Key Words – factors affecting behavior, experiences, words, actions, understanding, tolerate, change or improve behavior, opinions, judgment, example, good therapy, mutual sharing, exemplify good behavior
What to Do with a New School Year 25 August 2023 Key Words – children and adolescents, school choices, day-care, parents, informal schooling, teachers, young adult choices, military, college, work part-time, student loans, parents and other adults
Walking Serves Many Purposes 11 August 2023 Key Words – walking, take a break, talking to someone, couples can talk about things together, exercise, health, change of scenery and a change of pace, good for mental health, planning, spiritual dimension, excuses for not taking walks, enjoyable activity
Let Organization, Neatness, and Cleanliness Work for You 29 July 2023 Key Words -character, virtues, organization, neatness, cleanliness, inventory, train your kids, teenagers, improvements, do not procrastinate
Hope Is a Real Force that Leads to More Achievements in Life 28 July 2023 Key Words – hope, faith, goal, knowledge, progress, optimistic, powerful force for good
Reducing Burdens 27 July 2023 Key Words – burdens, God, True Religion, humble, counsel, advice, judge hastily, patience, preventing or reducing burdens, strengths and weaknesses, attitude, benefits or blessings, good and evil, help from others, social problems, problems, obstacles, disappointments, failure, common causes of burdens
Be Your Own Advocate 27 June 2023 Key Words – become your own advocate, job or business, medical problems, legal matters, consumers, develop skills in advocacy, help and advice of others, society today, family, groups, be sincere and honest, fair and legal methods
War Horses and Parents 10 June 2023 Key Words – knights, War Horse, , battle, medieval time, parents, great battles to endure, War Horses of society, valiant
Personal Empowerment 10 June 2023 Key Words – employment, effort, growth, constructive changes, self-discipline, learns, skills, goals, progress, wisdom, accepting advice, service, discouraged, be realistic, help of others, support group
A Woman’s Purse Reveals Much 3 June 2023 Key Words – handbag, purse, sweet nothing bags, small carpet bag, nurse, family patterns, women
America Is a Land of Opportunity 3 June 2023 Key Words – United States of America, land of opportunity, U.S. constitution, bill of rights, Republic, immigrants, progress, social melting pot, a world power, unique country, Fourth of July
The Gift of a Father 21 May 2023 Key Words – goodly parents, discipline, Father’s Day, grandpa, dad loved me
Dad Stay Involved in the Family 21 May 2023 Key Words – fathers day, family, children, activities, male role, marriage, parenting, responsibilities, love, respect
Mother’s Day and the Universal Language of Motherhood 10 May 2023 Key Words – mother, motherhood, universal language of motherhood, selflessness, pregnancy, role model, happy mother’s day
True Science and Religion Are in Harmony with Each Other 7 May 2023 Key Words – science, religion, technology, scientific method, spiritual dimension, physical dimension, truths, truth, intelligence, learning, improvements, example
It Is Spring and Time to Do Things 22 April 2023 Key Words – Spring, yard, flowers, spring cleaning, garage sale, more time outdoors, picnic, a new growing season, turn the season of Spring into an attitude of Spring, new beginning in many ways, you are planting seeds, produce good fruits or benefits in your life
National Day of Prayer and Your Prayers 21 April 2023 Key Words – National Day of Prayer May 4, 2023, every person has a spirit and physical body, worship, form of communication, personal relationship with God, be sincere, use your own words, be specific, faith (by you) without works (by you) is dead, many ways answers can come, regular communication, Heavenly Parent,God’s schedule not your schedule,give thanks, pray for others,be realistic, simple formula for prayer, pray and learn as you go
Citizen Participation in Government 15 April 2023 Key Words – changes in society, political activities, information overload and confusion, the news business, citizen participation, be informed, vote, volunteer, raise funds, lobbying, more voices are heard, fairer elections, attend meetings open to the public, influence others, citizens feel empowered
Understanding and Using the Internet 13 April 2023 Key Words – internet, Internet of Things, virtual assistants, desktops and laptops, cell phones, video games, wearable technology, VPN (virtual private network), schooling, parental controls, cyber bullying, criminal activity
Learning and Education Begin in the Home 11 April 2023 Key Words – learning, educational experiences, home, parenting, qualities of character, love, parental approach to each child, provide practical training, respect, self-image, desires, neat and clean, learning to read, chores, responsible for possessions, getting along with people, interests, goals, attitudes, values, strengths and weaknesses, ethics and morals, boy and girl relationships, children are individuals
Several School Choices Are Available 11 April 2023 Key Words – growing up years, formal schooling, school choices, public schools, charter schools, private schools, church schools, home school, education after high school, college, trade schools, young adult years, overall evaluation of school choices
Know Your Child’s Situation at School 11 April 2023 Key Words – school life, academic work, school subjects, technology, grading system, grade inflation, printed textbooks, computers, calculators, general environment at school, peer group, activities, student government, rules to obey and standards of conduct, talk to the principal, other parents, school board meeting, critical thinking skills, trusting third parties, be the most influential adult in the life of your child
The Lava Tube and Differences Between People 7 April 2023 Key Words – Lava Tube, no lights, total darkness, alone, sense of relief, open sun light, differences in the ways people deal with certain situations, withhold my judgment, young girl of fourteen, suicide, depression, needed others, need to depend on the help of someone else
Buying Too Many Material Things 7 April 2023 Key Words – advertisements, sales, shoppers, wants, needs, standard of living, status symbols, accumulation of goods, inventory of goods, stewardship, downsizing, budget, personal pride, simplify, buying habits, material things
Making Less Mistakes 8 March 2023 Key Words – everyone makes mistakes, occur in several ways, common reasons for them, learning, skill development, thinking, decisions, speech, behavior, impatient, pride, listening, experience, preparation, ignorance, principles and ethics, others, bad days, environments, over reacting, risks, self-control, know your limitations, selfish, weaknesses, personalized listing of mistakes, discouraged, set priorities
Your Neighbors and Neighborhood 25 February 2023 Key Words – acquaintances, friends, interaction between neighbors, familiarity, trust, neighborhood organization, safe streets, good environment, help others Searching for Love This Valentine’s Day 11 February 2023 Key Words – shopping, gifts, adult role models, advertising, marketing, true love, Valentine’s Day Worldwide Brotherhood and Sisterhood 8 February 2023 Key Words – diversity, male or female spirit, heavenly parents, physical birth, self-control, physical death, Spirit World, memories, resurrected, judgement, eternal perspective, God is a lawman, Millennium The Importance of Compromise 24 January 2023 Keys Words – compromise, agreement, fair and honest, a necessity of life, a commitment or contract, principles or values, accommodation Dignity, Conduct, and Diversity 23 January 2023 Key Words – dignity, God, self-respect, common spiritual heritage, conduct, diversity, tolerance More Good Marriages Are Needed 18 January 2023 Key Words – family life, marriage, children, churches, schools, roles, unity, priorities for relationships, personality, communicate, things in common, career, health, sex, divorce Sloppiness and Slothfulness Do Not Pay 8 January 2023 Key Words – vigilant, sloppiness, slothfulness, neat, organized, waste of time, misplace things, frustration, lists, records, untidy, careless, lazy, avoid exertion, inactive, tolerate Parents Are Guardians of the Future 7 January 2023 Key Words – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Registered Nurse (RN), tattoos, Daddy, parents, children, advertising, music industry, modest clothing, appropriate actions, articulate clearly, shopping, marketing industry, social standards today, physical appearance, speech, actions, drugs, consequences Where Has the Year Gone and Are You Going to Make Some New Year Resolutions 3 January 2023 Key Words – finding peace and contentment, reflect and meditate, maintain a sense of calm and peace, new year resolutions, make a list A Christmas to Remember 17 December 2022 Key Words – Christmas, family, sacrifices, memory, gifts, love
What is Affordable for Your Finances 10 December 2022 Key Words – personal finances, international trade, global market, government, education and job training, schools, employment, housing, mortgages, family life, credit cards, savings, investments, budgeting, financial planning, impulse buying, sacrifice, needs, wants, be prepared, social security, pensions
Learn to Love Yourself in Appropriate Ways 3 December 2022 Key Words – love yourself, loving others, honest appraisal, accurately judge, self-image, mental health, physical health, resources, relationships, social environment, goals, decisions, breaks, memories Review Your Life and Evaluate Performance Each Year 22 October 2022 Key Words – thorough evaluation each year, track record, managing our lives, wisdom and perspective, individual evaluation, marital evaluation, parenting, tangible and intangible things, details, honest with yourself, ask other people, written records, course corrections in your life, life management, effective implementation of positive changes Use Credit Wisely 10 October 2022 Key Words – credit, credit rating, credit cards, consumer spending, economy, material goods, interest rates and fees, mortgages, equity loans, debts, savings, sacrifice, credit report, control spending, bankruptcy, needs versus wants, risks, debt consolidation Set Priorities You Can Live With 18 September 2022 Key Words – busy, control, schedule, demands, resources, priorities, obligations, good stewardship, order, strategy, goals, simplify, commitments, focus, adjustments, updating, realistic, organized Actually Doing Better in Life 16 September 2022 Key Words – learn, accomplish, improve, opportunities, circumstances, resources, effective living, personal stewardship, decisions, guidelines for living, flexible, risks, evaluate, long-term goals, discernment, conduct, friends, manage
Spirituality in Each of Us 10 August 2022 Key Words – discernment, good and evil, spiritual energy, spiritual plain, spiritual light, positive energy, internalize, spirituality, freedom, perspective, judgment, service
Faith Is Utilized by Everyone in Daily Life 30 July 2022 Key Words – faith, religion, church, God, principle of action, daily life, knowledge, motivator, progress, no limits, good and evil, be more faithful More Accomplishments in Your Life 23 July 2022 Key Words – accomplishment, help others, group efforts, goal, learning, skill development, positive thinking, definite decision, schedule, faith, be persistent, be aggressive, be realistic, relationships, review, evaluate, self-improvement A Framework for Successful Parenting 16 July 2022 Key Words – children, parents, teacher and mentor, parental approach, evaluate your efforts as a parent, learning activities, family meetings, home school, true religion, visualized, children make mistakes as adults Dealing with Failure 13 July 2022 Key Words – failure, a common experience, types of failure, choice, do not label yourself as a failure, give yourself credit Too Much Tolerance of Our Own Weaknesses Over Time 10 July 2022 Key Words – weaknesses, tolerance, degenerate, burden, perspective, progress, compromises, Inner Boss, Stewardship attitude Worthwhile Trips and Vacations 11 June 2022 Key Words – trips, vacations, many benefits, change, relaxation, Savannah Georgia, historical area, history, cotton industry, African Americans, container ships, fourth busiest port, learning experiences, good memories, planning Political Action by Citizens 5 June 2022 Key Words – Republic, democracy, freedoms, rights, political changes, laws, social movements, demonstrations, town hall meetings, healthcare, vote, education in Civics, obey the law, election, political campaigns, volunteer Sexual Guidelines for Men and Some for Women 24 April 2022 Key Words – sex, birth control pill, sex education, guidelines and laws that govern sexual activity, decision to delay sex until marriage, true masculine or feminine identity, parenting, family life, women, dress in a modest manner, sexual eyes of a man Relationships Between People 18 April 2022 Key Words – relations with others, circumstances, communication, understanding, trust, forgive, relationships, spiritual qualities, common virtues, love, unity, tolerance, compromise, adversity Unplug Yourself from Your Phone and the Internet 1 April 2022 Key Words – ghosts, phone, internet, convenience of the digital age, needs to be monitored, addicted, children, scammers or predators, parents right to monitor, habitual connection and dependence on being plugged in Spirituality 26 March 2022 Key Words – spirituality, physical body, spirit, self-discipline, God, obey all laws, character, judge yourself, greater perspective, personal philosophy, understand yourself, sacrifice, priorities, good environment, be honest, morally clean, pray Building and Sustaining a Strong Self-Image 24 March 2022 Key Words – self-image, confidence, good mental health, truth, no shortcuts, self-image rises in small but significant ways, strong marital relationship, experienced parent, successful business, obeying civil laws, developing a personal relationship with God, humble, character, love oneself Slow Down and Enjoy Life More 13 March 2022 Key Words – hurry, rush, impatience, commuting to work, fast food places, news, time, other people, children, health, read, meditation and control, control, fulfillment, lifestyle, enjoyment Make Each Day Count 12 March 2022 Key Words – time, improvement, consistent daily effort and progress, exercise, help others, stock market, make each day count, small incremental improvements over a period of time, confident, assertive, assess, progress, goals, focused, Inner Boss Elections and Voting 4 March 2022 Key Words – elections, freedom, voting, citizen participation, government, educated and informed voters, incumbency, term limits, critical issues, make contributions, volunteer time Better Utilization of Your Mental Capabilities 28 February 2022 Key Words – movie Limitless, mental capabilities, brain, physical health, mental health, learning, experiences, timing, lifestyle, relationships, stimulation, interacting with others, meditation, prayer, spiritual prompts, mental organization, improve memory, truth Keeping in Charge of Kids 6 February 2022 Key Words – American family, parents have relinquished their parental responsibility over to their children, saying no, setting standards, out of control child, take away privileges, teaching your child, cannot get adult children to move out, succeed Fulfilling New Year Resolutions 22 January 2022 Key Words – resolutions and goals, time, enthusiasm, priority list, energy and resources, follow through each week and month, minimize interference of your resolutions, excuse of being too busy, use a planner, discouragement, communicate with others, meditating and pondering, joy, love Effective New Year Resolutions Done Each Year 10 January 2022 Key Words – new year resolutions, detailed analysis done yearly, ask questions, improvement, records, advice from others, better choices and decisions, patterns and trends, humility, help others, road in life New Year Reflections and Resolutions 9 January 2022 Key Words – America, instability, road map, peace and contentment, reflect and meditate, calm and peace, new year resolutions, make a list Abortion Guidelines for Today 17 December 2021 Key Words – abortions, marriage, sexual activity, pregnant, birth control, terminate a pregnancy, when life is viable, political issue, Roe versus Wade, African Americans, pro-life versus pro-choice Insights into Abortion by a Nurse 15 December 2021 Key Words – abortion, pregnancy, 1973, Roe vs Wade, late-term abortions, Baby Jane case, birth control measures A Christmas from the Past 12 December 2021 Key Words – holiday season, Christmas, my Father, 1930, train, signing Silent Night Holy Night, Christmas Eve by the train yards, true meaning of Christmas Good Health Requires Attention and Action 25 November 2021 Key Words – health, diet, exercise, prescription drugs, weight, self-examination, medical examination, sleep, stress, teeth, eyes, support system, appointments, personal medical records, non compliant, health insurance, healthcare
Accurate Information Is Needed Now More Than Ever Before 7 November 2021 Key Words – information, knowledge, education, continually learn, utilize others, compromise, unity, progress, open-minded, good personal stewardship
One-To-One Interaction with People 8 October 2021 Leland Pulley Key Words – spirituality, personal radiation, spiritual experience, personal interaction, trust, honesty, openness, discernment, communication, sharing, positive interaction, smile, be friendly, service, time for each other, concern for others, Dealing with Homosexuality and Transgender Issues 2 October 2021 Leland Pulley Key Words – homosexuality, transgender, male or female spirit, abnormality, genetic issues or environmental influences, guidelines for sexual activity, bisexual behavior, true religion Efficiency in Daily Living 14 September 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – time, health, perspective, schedule, goals, priorities, organized, paperwork, inventory, up to date, buying, extra things, debt, appointments, errands, education, ruts, worrying, challenge Spiritual Energy in People 7 September 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – discernment, good and evil, spiritual energy, spiritual plain, spiritual light, positive energy, internalize, spirituality, freedom, perspective, judgment, service Why Are Some People Winners 29 August 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – winning, perspective, strengths, confident, decisions, achieve, flexible, optimistic, opportunities, realistic, common sense, learning, compromise, spiritual depths, goals Short-term and Long-term Thinking 20 August 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – circumstances, change, day-to-day living, short-term thinking, relationships, decisions, long-term thinking, perspective, wisdom, short-term living, long-term living Eating Meals Together Is Still Beneficial for Families 20 July 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – home, cooking, homemaker, family meals, good conversations, smaller families, different schedules, health, natural foods, saving money, communication, understanding, stronger relationships, learning, good memories Personal Energy Level 14 June 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – energy level, mental thoughts, feelings, physical condition, efficient, effective, enthusiastic, happier, synergy, service, cooperation, trust, interests, relationships, learn, optimistic, positive attitudes, improve, confidence Enjoyable and Memorable Trips and Activities 14 June 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – trips, activities, families, beach, enjoyable, memorable, diversity, nature, compromising, relaxation When Knocked Down Get Back Up and Fight On 31 May 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – problems, discouraged, bad things can happen to good people, get back up and continue to fight, stamina, endurance, offensive action, coping strategies, resilient, adversity The Strength to Endure 30 May 2021 Colleen Pulley Key words – trials, Trials of Job, pain or suffering, Leukemia, chemotherapy, death, faith, focus, strengths, challenges, spiritual anchor Perspective and Your Road Map to God 28 May 2021 Colleen Pulley Key words – perspective, Heavenly Father, intensive care nursing, back surgery, road map, adapt to changes, marriage, children and grandchildren, self-worth, success, happiness Unexpected Turns in Life Lead You into Uncharted Waters 20 May 2021 Colleen Pulley Key words – driver, unexpected events, nurse, car, serious accident, one action that starts you on a path which can impact your entire life, rise above the experience and put yourself into life, lemons into lemonade, uncharted waters Having the Right Motives 16 May 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – motives, thoughts, feelings, daily routines, speech, actions, decisions, character, goals, service projects, holistic, good and bad motives Fulfillment 8 May 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – memories, learning, work, self-development, decisions, goals, finances, interaction, marriage, parenting, friends, relationships, service, time, evaluation, circumstances, opportunities, lifelong pursuit, obstacles, priority The Value of Actually Experiencing Things 2 May 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – learning, developing, experience, effort, skills, work experience, geographical change, dating, marriage, parenting, political activities, be selective Moving Beyond Disappointments and Failure 1 May 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – disappointments, failure, perspective, mistakes, reflect, self-understanding, desire, evaluation, realism, planning, priorities, feedback, patterns, challenges, problems, a course correction, Marriage – The Basic Relationship in Society April 24, 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – marriage, fornication, adultery, unity, children, role models, religion, divorce, parental role, society, tragic oversight, social and spiritual laws, behavior How Long Is Marriage Supposed To Last April 23, 2021 Colleen Pulley Key words – marriage, fornication, adultery, unity, children, role models, religion, divorce, parental role, society, tragic oversight, social and spiritual laws, behavior Simplify Your Life and Enjoy It More April 18, 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – enjoy, simplify you life, responsibilities, patterns, doing the things you like, priorities, efficient, manage, multitasking, decisions, waste, bad habits, material goods, service, age, strategy Easter Sunday and Its Universal Application April 2, 2021 Leland Pulley Key words – Christmas, Jesus Christ, Christians, Easter Sunday, atonement, crucifixion, resurrection, sins, repent Understanding Death and Handling It in the Best Manner Mar 30, 2021, Leland Pulley Key words – fear, funerals, death, loss, loneliness, dependency, challenges, hope, resurrection, time, judgment, spirituality, family relationships, More Happiness In Your Life Mar 30, 2021, Leland Pulley Key words – happy, adversity, unhappy, negative things, positive things, regret, happiness, attitudes, strengths, relationships, governed by law, work, consistent effort, role models, inner boss, effective living, stewardship, character, spirituality, success, expectations, help others, good memories, Make Appointments With Yourself For Doing The Things You Want In Life Mar 14, 2021, Leland Pulley Key words – happiness, effort, expectations, time, effective living, money, priorities, appointments with yourself, commitment, inner boss, good stewardship, accomplishments, persistence, self-discipline, successful endeavors, Good Financial Planning Will Help You Mar 13, 2021, Leland Pulley Key words – financial problems, bills, debt, jobs, higher education and job training, credit scores, money, housing, family budget, retirement, wise investments, financial planning, Let in Good Environmental Influences and Keep Out the Bad Ones Feb 27 2021 , Leland Pulley Key Words – environment influences, human interaction, entertainment, reading materials, internet, social media, style and fashion, physical beauty, inner strength, immoral thoughts, family life, instant gratification, inner boss, character, spirituality, gatekeeper, personal standards, virtues, self-discipline, role model Let In Good Influences And Keep Out Bad Ones Feb 27, 2021, Leland Pulley Key words – environmental influences, human interaction, entertainment, reading materials, internet, style and fashion, physical beauty, inner strength, immoral thoughts, family life, instant gratification, inner boss, character, spirituality, gatekeeper, personal standards, virtues, self-discipline, role model Too Many Commitments and Ways To Deal With Them Feb 13, 2021, Leland Pulley Key words – commitments, pressure, burden, decisions, priorities, control, goals, efficient, effective, be prepared, support system, busy
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