Posts by smartalks

Ever heard that “When the wise man gets angry, he stops being wise”? This Jewish Proverb says it all – when you let the emotion of frustration hinder you, you lose sight of what sets you apart; you lose sight of your goal. Frustration, like anger, is an emotion that is temporary. While emotions are…

How many times have you been told to “Forgive and Forget”? And now how many times have you heard “Easier said than done?” Marry the two together, and you have the reason why forgiveness is still such a difficult thing to tackle. From childhood we’re taught that forgiveness is a good thing, but whats never…

Opposable Thumbs? Check. Written Languge? Check. Ability to Ignore or Question our Instincts? Double Check! A few things seperate humans from animals, but at our core we are wired the same. We need food, water, and rest. Procreation is paramount. Survival of the fittest is still the game. Our instincts for survival are often hard-wired…