Jerry Clark
Aug 2, 20232 min read
Goal Line
In pursuing success and personal achievement, it is common to wonder, "Where is my goal line?" This question reflects the desire to know...
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Jerry Clark
Jul 26, 20232 min read
Discovery vs. Disclosure
In work environments, the clash between discovery and disclosure can be daunting, especially when fear and reluctance overshadow one's...
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Jerry Clark
Jul 19, 20232 min read
Recognizing I Don't Know It All
In this journey of embracing humility, I give up my illusion and recognize, I don’t know it all.
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Jerry Clark
Jul 12, 20232 min read
Who's Laughing Now?
Growing up, I experienced shame and embarrassment that left lasting imprints on my self-esteem. I struggled to find humor in myself...
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Jerry Clark
Jul 5, 20232 min read
You're a Natural!
I want to write about something a little different, another blind spot for you to uncover. It's the blind spot of “natural gifting.” One...
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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 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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Jerry Clark
Oct 10, 20223 min read
3x5 Cards
I was speaking to a woman many years ago before cell phones became so popular. Judy was complaining about a family member (I’ll call her...
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Jerry Clark
Oct 7, 20222 min read
I call it Rationalize, Minimize and Justify
People who rationalize minimize and justify are almost impossible to communicate with and do not know it. They can appear self-righteous,...
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Jerry Clark
Oct 5, 20223 min read
Poverty—the absence of presence.
At times, our lives are busy, and time is in short supply. Many of us live far away from or have strained relationships with spouses,...
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