by jmalouff | Dec 7, 2018 | Social Support
Have you ever thought about killing yourself? I did once, briefly. I considered a permanent solution for a temporary problem. Shakespeare created the most memorable suicidal thoughts: “To be, or not to be? That is the question — Whether ’tis nobler in the mind to...
by jmalouff | Dec 3, 2018 | Social Support
We all have thoughts, positive or negative, that trigger strong emotions in us. For instance, many people have persistent thoughts that trouble them: I am going to die. I may get fired from my job. People are germy. I will never amount to anything. We also have...
by jmalouff | Nov 22, 2018 | Social Support
I just finished watching a Netflix series called 13 Reasons Why, about a teenage girl who kills herself. Some people wanted the series banned because it might spur individuals to suicide. I say no to banning the show because I believe in freedom of...
by jmalouff | Nov 17, 2018 | Social Support
I am not a patient person. When I walk somewhere, I walk fast. When I eat, I eat fast. If I eat out, I seek food that can be made quickly. I am no Job. He was a wealthy fellow who had a startling adventure described in the Old Testament. God allowed Satan to torment...
by jmalouff | Nov 15, 2018 | Social psychology, Social Support
When I see someone I know, I usually say: “Hey.” I learned that greeting from Gomer Pile, the title character in an old TV show. My greeting usually attracts a cheery hello in response. But one person routinely gives me a grunt. Another person used to glare at me...
by jmalouff | Nov 13, 2018 | Social psychology, Social Support
Many women have told others about previously secret events of their life, including being sexually harassed and assaulted. Both men and women testified at the Australian Royal Commission on sexual abuse in institutions. The Me Too movement grows all the...