Jerry Clark
May 29, 20232 min read
In Memory
Today is Memorial Day. Last week I mentioned that freedom isn't free. We are privileged to have a memorable holiday; let us remember the...
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Jerry Clark
May 19, 20232 min read
Goals and Processes
At the end of last year, I talked about setting goals for the upcoming year. Remember, I asked you to write a letter to be read at...
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Jerry Clark
May 12, 20232 min read
Grace
Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, and forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32 God’s grace...
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Jerry Clark
May 5, 20232 min read
What's not being said?
Stress in relationships is a common phenomenon that can arise for various reasons. It can be caused by external factors such as financial...
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Jerry Clark
Mar 3, 20232 min read
Nagging
Ralph is talking to his friend Robert about Robin. He tells him he is exasperated due to Robin’s griping and complaining. He says it...
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Jerry Clark
Nov 23, 20222 min read
Thankful
Several years ago, we were invited to have Thanksgiving dinner with our neighbors. During the meal, the host ask us to talk about what we...
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Jerry Clark
Nov 21, 20223 min read
Practice what I preach.
Some time back, I was going to work. My route included a five-point intersection with a gas station sitting on one corner. I traveled...
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Jerry Clark
Nov 16, 20223 min read
Entertain or Equip
I was talking to a gentleman whose son, Al, lives in his father's house alone. He lives about 15 miles away and comes over two times a...
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Jerry Clark
Nov 14, 20222 min read
Adjust your mirror.
I was reminded of a mother who complained of her son’s behavior, “I don’t know why little Horace is so violent—I’ve smacked him for it a...
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Jerry Clark
Nov 11, 20223 min read
Try or Train?
I often hear statements that have to do with trying to accomplish something—trying to find a new job, trying to lose weight, or trying to...
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Jerry Clark
Nov 9, 20223 min read
Collateral Damage
I talk about blind spots in relationships because I feel so many relationships can be salvaged. It is so easy to look at the other person...
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Jerry Clark
Nov 7, 20223 min read
Gratitude
Have you ever stumped your toe on a piece of furniture? The statement about seeing stars can come true. The feelings of frustration for...
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Jerry Clark
Nov 4, 20223 min read
Worry Story...
Jody and Dawn gossiped a lot about their friends in their group. When recalling their pals' "inadequacies" and "oddities," the two of...
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Jerry Clark
Nov 2, 20222 min read
The Catalyst
Missing skills and hidden beliefs are difficult to see yet are often painfully obvious to others. [Blind Spot] Perhaps that lack of...
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Jerry Clark
Oct 31, 20222 min read
You got this, you're a natural!
I want to write about something a little different, another kind of blind spot for you to uncover. It is the blind spot of “natural...
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Jerry Clark
Oct 28, 20223 min read
The Confidence Thief
I know the importance of reminders and today is a reminder of a blind spot that I see rear its ugly head day after day in my office. SHAME...
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Jerry Clark
Oct 24, 20223 min read
Respect.
I must admit my own judgment, or misjudgment has gotten me into trouble too many times. I developed a false preconception due to bias,...
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Jerry Clark
Oct 17, 20223 min read
Pride versus Grace
There are many definitions of pride. In this case, I’m using pride as related to being haughty or arrogant. This could mean that I'm...
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Jerry Clark
Oct 14, 20223 min read
Silent Killers
Resentments are the quiet thoughts or feelings we harbor against another person because we consider them responsible for an act of...
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Jerry Clark
Oct 12, 20222 min read
An invaluable resource...feedback.
Happy Wednesday. I want to thank you for joining me on this journey. For the better part of a year, I've been selecting topics to post...
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