We've seen the damage of Katrina and fear the potential of new storms brewing in the Atlantic. The recent tsunami flooding lowlands from Asia to Africa, the terrible earthquake in Pakistan, India, and the legendary Kashmir, keep us on alert and on edge. We can't control earthquakes, but we have the potential of going beyond the prediction of major storms to the possibility of diminishing their power.
Many of us have killer storms brewing inside us. Each such killer storm has the same name. Her name is RAGE. His name is RAGE.
Can we control these tempests before they get out of hand? Can we keep them from injuring ourselves, our loved ones, our friends, and our associates? Some can and some can't. Those who can't, live in jeopardy. If you can't control your actions you have the potential for tragic loss just as significant as the destruction of Katrina.
Have you ever gone to a business and been blasted by the owner who didn't know you from Adam? (Did you go back?)
Did you have a school teacher who was always angry? Did she teach you anything of value? (She never got fired, did she?)
Did your church dismiss a minister because of his cantankerous attitude? (Did you go back to church AFTER he left?)
Is there someone at work who never smiles, never says a kind word who is a Big Pain in the Arse? (He or she may never get fired either unless you become the boss.)
Some people can't change.
I went to a company sponsored seminar that covered the subject on how to deal with these people. The instructor said the answer is in the Bible: Stamp the dirt off your feet! You also can also try: Running like hell!
The one who can't control inner rage has self-destructing behavior and needs professional counseling. The misery will not stop until that goal is accomplished. Can you help one of your employees, an associate, or a family member, reach that goal?
Meanwhile you can try to be a friend and help an unhappy soul gain self esteem because that is often the problem.
Copyright John Taylor Jones, Ph.D. 2005
John Taylor Jones, Ph.D. is a retired engineering R&D executive. His detective and western novels and his nonfiction books are described at his personal site, TJBooks.com. His ecommerce site is http://www.bookfindhelp.com
Should I Use META Tags for Search Engine Optimization? I deal with many questions from curious website owners everyday. One question I have a new answer for is, "Should I use META tags on my site when do search engi...
Look Your Best With Some First Date Grooming Tips So the big night is quickly approaching, your first big date with the cutie you have been eyeing. So what do you need to get ready for that first big date? You ...
Canoeing Safari in an African Lake One lake known as 'Small Momela' successful launched the canoeing safari this year. This is a great way to see the park from a new perspective. It is good to ...
Finding the One Meant For You You will find the one meant for you if you don't grow weary in waiting. Everyone works with the spade of time. You are not alone in your waiting. Tomorrow may b...
5 Good Reasons to End a Client/Contractor Relationship Whether you're a coach or a copywriter, an accountant or an architect, there will always be that one icky client who puts your patience to the test. You've sign...
Blonds Have More Fun! Learn two ways to make your Brand a Blond Knight. In the book, The Blond Knight of Germany, American authors Toliver and Constable detail the life of the great...
Personal Mission -- Dont Settle For Less Success is not an easy concept to define. What does it take to be successful? How does success look? When should a person feel like a success? Can success ev...
Psychological Effects of Child Abuse Many children who suffer from the psychological effects of child abuse often become child abusers themselves or can become perpetrators of violent crimes. Many ...
Pay-Per-Click Search Engines – The Basics Search engine optimization can take a long time to show results. The Google sandbox alone can delay optimization results by 6 to 8 months. So, what can you do t...
ADD / ADHD Children : Being Your Childs Best Friend Do you live with an ADD / ADHD child? If so-- my hat is off to you! ADD / ADHD children are brilliant, full of energy, smart as a whip (as grandma says), and to...
Backlinks - What They Mean to You Are you familiar with backlinks? Perhaps you're confused as to what they do and/or how to acquire them. This article explores some of the possibilities.
The History of Costume Jewelry There is virtually no difference between costume jewelry and antique jewelry. Costume Jewelry dates back to the 1930s.
Communication Quiz: Are You a Great Communicator? Communication, which occupies approximately 70% of our waking hours, is what many leaders find the most frustrating. The fact is most of us were never taught ho...
Mindfulness - The Key to Avoiding Overeating In our hurried lives, we rarely do one thing at a time anymore. When we eat without paying attention, we aren't about to tune in to the bodies' signals and oft...
Print this page