imprinting, def.: rapid learning that occurs during a brief receptive period, usually soon after birth or hatching, which establishes a lasting behavioral response to a specific individual or object In the first couple of weeks after we adopted Anderson, I noticed that when I would lie on the couch or a bed he loved […]
Like many Type A’s, I have struggled throughout my life with the burden of perfectionism. It is a difficult taskmaster, I can tell you that. I think it will be instructive to relay my evolving attitudes toward perfectionism over the four decades of my adult life. I have tried many different ways to adopt a […]
In spite of my admonitions and those of most other finance experts, many people still insist on actively trading stocks in an attempt to beat the market. If you are one of these people, then I recommend you at least consider using the following principles in your active trading strategy so you have a higher […]
I think everyone chooses, through their actions, what the primary focus of their life is. What do you most desire and seek, as you pass through your short time here on earth? Here is a continuum I’ve created to help you determine what it is you most value: Self-focused Power Authority, influence, praise, validation, status, […]
5 Key Reasons to Do Stretching Exercises
Everyone is so busy, even many retirees (especially Type A retirees!), that even those who are die-hard exercisers often neglect to do stretching. I know when I was working I rarely found time to stretch. Of what I call the “Big 4” pillars of diet & exercise—nutrition, cardiorespiratory exercise, resistance/weight training, and stretching—stretching is the […]
No, I’m not referring to Lady Gaga wearing another kooky outfit, although she certainly does that often enough. I’m talking about Lady Gaga making another hugely insightful observation about life. I was watching the album release show for her new ARTPOP CD, and she was being interviewed by Ryan Seacrest. Seacrest, as you’re probably already […]
Allow Yourself to Experience Joy
There’s this weird thing about us Type As—we always need to feel ready and prepared, even if the situation doesn’t warrant it. We don’t want to ever be caught short. It’s as though we are afraid of being criticized, or maybe we are putting up somewhat of a front or facade. The problem with this […]
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