The Titanic
What if you’re on the Titanic?
Some people might suggest moving the deck chairs around.
What would be a better approach? Steer better? Get off the boat completely?
What if you’re on the Titanic?
Some people might suggest moving the deck chairs around.
What would be a better approach? Steer better? Get off the boat completely?
Picture your thoughts as “cold call” sales representatives – the type who phone you when you are getting dinner ready. Some of them aren’t really all that gifted for the job. You just tell them you are not interested or that you are busy right now and they will apologize for having disturbed you and…
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When you are playing cards with your mind, how do the trumps work? Does ‘Rational’ or ‘Makes Sense’ always trump ‘Feelings’ or ‘Thoughts’?