Think for Yourself

Finding New Ways To Use Our Power

Its a waste of time and energy to either try and make old ways of doing things work or pursue alternative ways that similarly return us to past struggles.  The power of the individual thinking creatively has never been greater or more available. So, Carole explores why, and how, we must seize the moment.

Words Can Lead Us Astray or Lead Us To Truth

Names given programs or agendas are often deliberately crafted to mislead. This goes all the way back to Edward Bernaise, Sigmund Freud's nephew, and the founder of modern marketing strategy. But there are examples much more recent, costly and devastating that we should all be aware of in order to sharpen our skills for discernment.

Consequences Are What Make Personal Responsibility Meaningful

How many of us would behave any way we wanted any time we wanted if there were no consequences? Probably not many. Yet we are witnessing an epidemic of it in the lives of national leaders. Carole explores the latest example and what we can personally do about it.

How We Misue Words to Justify Actions

We sometimes inadvertently express ourselves with words that are subconsciously chosen to shine a better light on our behavior. Then again, sometimes those words are deliberately chosen to consciously justify bad behavior. Carole looks at a global event that occurred recently as a prime example of the latter. 

How Judgement Gets In The Way of Healthy Relationships

September 11, 2001 caused us to reflect on many things, not the least of which was what matters most in life. Now, after Afghanistan and still in the midst of COVID, we are once again being asked to look within and reconcile what we say matters with what actually matters. Carole shares a personal realization that impacts the quality in all our relationships.

Is Accountability Personal, National or Both?

Afghanistan may be symptomatic of a deeper problem. Disappointment with leadership may begin with how accountable we are being personally. Carole explores this topic and comes to a definitive conclusion about accountability and personal responsibility.

The Challenge of Aging and Why It Matters

We are all born with two inclinations: one to do good and the other....well...you get the picture. As we age, those two often lose their distinguishing features as we lose our ability to hold the latter at bay. That challenge is nowhere more visible than in the aging of people in positions of power. Carole sets forth a stunning and recently tragic example of the havoc such lack of distinction causes and how to avoid it.

Wisdom for Hanging On During Rocky Times

The chaos and uncertainty is undeniably all around us. It can seem overwhelming no matter where we look. Yet there are ways to rise above it and, by so doing, ride the wave to better times. Carole discusses how to do just that.

What Happens When Words Don't Matter and Zoom Becomes Your Reality

Harvard has a new Chaplain. Mental health practitioners and plastic surgeons are seeing an increase in patients. What's wrong with both those pictures? Carole looks at Harvard's choice and why more people are seeking help and surgery to deal with reality as reflected back to them.

My Uncensored Take on Afghanistan

Sometimes its impossible to be silent. This is one of those times. I'm sharing my conclusion about our withdrawal and its based on a lot of information and analysis.