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When the subject of manners comes up, most people think about how to behave at the dinner table. Some behaviors that come to mind include chew with your mouth closed, refrain from reaching across the table, and leave your cell phone in another room. In addition, folks think about such niceties as saying please and… [Read More]

No Matter How You Feel…You’re Not Alone

By Frank Sonnenberg 2 Comments

Did you ever face a problem so monumental that you felt like the world was caving in on you? You had no control over the situation, no one to help you, and you thought you’d never dig yourself out of the hole. Feelings of anger, fear, and hopelessness came over you. And you just couldn’t… [Read More]

Be Careful What You Take For Granted

By Frank Sonnenberg 4 Comments

When was the last time you paused to acknowledge all the wonderful things in your life such as good health, a roof over your head, and people who love you? The fact is that most people are so busy chasing things they don’t have, that they fail to appreciate the things they do. Be careful… [Read More]

You Can Learn a Lot from a Lousy Role Model

By Frank Sonnenberg 4 Comments

Everyone knows that you can learn a lot from an exemplary role model. But despite that, you can learn from a lousy role model too. While outstanding role models showcase what you’re supposed to do, terrible role models demonstrate what not to do. What can you learn from someone who treats people like dirt, stops… [Read More]

It’s Easier to Criticize Than to Contribute

By Frank Sonnenberg 4 Comments

We all know folks who sit on the couch with a beer in one hand and chips in the other screaming at the TV. They lambast the coach for the play that was called, as if they’re in a better position to know what to do. It’s so easy to second-guess decisions, criticize people for… [Read More]