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November 2023
Time heals but only if you let it
“Time, which changes people, does not alter the image we have retained of them.” Marcel Proust When you have suffered reputational harm the potential…
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What wants to come in to the world through me?
Psychoanalyst James Hollis implored us that we should periodically ourselves, “What wants to come into the world through me? This is not an ego-driven…
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Having grace
“The closer people are to the truth, the more tolerant they are to the mistakes of others.” - Tolstoy Perhaps this is a quote that we like because it…
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October 2023
Embracing the journey
When your life is shattered by disgrace you crave an end to your suffering and you look forward to a destination point from which life won’t seem so…
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If you're not your worst mistakes, what are you?
A common self-help mantra is that you should not let yourself be defined by your worst mistakes. Even the ultra-wise physicist and quote factory Richard…
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When you're disgraced for your opinions
There are some truly awful “takes”, as we call them now, which understandably cause those who hear them to shudder and scorn. Toxic ideas and vitriolic…
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Being accountable
“Accountability is mankind’s greatest obstacle. All our challenges stem from that.” Marcus Aurelius Disgrace sometimes comes from false or unfair…
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September 2023
On shame and suicide
Are there benefits to being ashamed? One of the most influential speakers on the topic of addiction in the late 20th century was Dr. John Bradshaw. He…
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How to deny your attackers a target
One of the first things you learn in martial arts is a proper stance. This will vary depending on the discipline. With boxing you typically want your…
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What to expect when expecting a cancellation
Fear can be managed because it is specific. It has parameters. If I’m afraid of snakes I can either avoid them or use exposure therapy to attempt to…
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Social death and dishonour
Societies have values just like individuals do and just like with individuals they generally act in accordance with their highest values. It’s the…
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