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Author: Thomas Cannon author
Trauma is a Car Accident
Trauma, like a car accident, varies in impact due to different factors. A comparison is made between two individuals' experiences with a car accident, highlighting the influence of support and resources in mitigating the effects of trauma. Protective factors play a crucial role in lessening the significance of negative experiences.
Pondering God as a Parent
The reflection on religious language portrays God as a nurturing parent. As children mature, parental guidance evolves from strict control to a more advisory role. Similarly, in the evolution of religious guidance, the old testament represents stringent rules, while the new testament emphasizes complex concepts and compassionate behavior. This transition reflects the changing dynamics of parental and divine relationships.
Welcome to the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon
The Term simply means that when you notice something you start to notice more of it and noticed things that go along with it. So like if you see a VW bug or you buy one, you start to notice how many are out on the road. We've been told that the culture is going … Continue reading Welcome to the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon
The importance of a Flashlight
The author reflects on the significance of his rechargeable flashlight and the attachment men have to certain tools. He shares anecdotes about family members' preferences for specific flashlights and draws parallels to their attachment to farm tractors. The author contemplates the deeper meaning behind this attachment and its role in men's vulnerability.
A Book Contract Bob Newhart & Coincidence
There has to be a purpose to coincidences. I just experienced two and they are sort of connected. To be fair, not earth- shattering coincidences like I accidentally sold the gun that someone used to shoot me. But interesting (I hope). I got offered a contract for a novel from All That Matters Press. There … Continue reading A Book Contract Bob Newhart & Coincidence
Memories of Sharon, Wisconsin: A Poetic Journey of Heritage and Love
My Dad is 84 years old. More and more he wants to pass on his stories. And I want to hear them. To process them and to savor them, I write them into poems. Small Town Hall The townhall of Sharon is a stone’s throw away from my father’s heart. Which makes it part of … Continue reading Memories of Sharon, Wisconsin: A Poetic Journey of Heritage and Love
http://www.goodreads.com/user/show/7482654 I found Ted Heller's books because I am a fan of Joseph Heller's books I love Ted Heller's writing
Memorable Phrase: ‘Lean into Your Mistake’ – My Wedding Vows Story
Guys have trouble not saying stuff. Oftentimes, it is not out of malice, but just out of having something too good to say and wanting the attention of saying it. I think I am pretty good at coming up with one-liners. My wife does not appreciate them and so I do try not to say … Continue reading Memorable Phrase: ‘Lean into Your Mistake’ – My Wedding Vows Story
The Similarities Between Visual Artists and Poets: Finding Joy and Gratitude in Creativity
I think there are similarities between visual artists and poets. And I understand if the artists are a little leary of the comparison. People can knock out some words that rhyme and call themselves a poet.Like this ditty, that I only read to prove the point. The time of now is fleeting My love is … Continue reading The Similarities Between Visual Artists and Poets: Finding Joy and Gratitude in Creativity
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