Tag Archives: Forgiveness

In Defense of Misguided People

Posted on June 28, 2020 by N.S. Palmer

Misguided people are all around us. Of course, which people we call misguided depends on how misguided we are, ourselves. So I want to say a few words in defense of misguided people. They might not know the facts I … Continue reading →

Posted in Human Relations, Life, Philosophy, Psychology | Tagged Charity, Division of labor, Forgiveness, Honesty, Human motivation, Humility, Knowledge, Limits of knowledge | Leave a comment

Forgiveness Can Mean Freedom

Posted on November 4, 2019 by N.S. Palmer

When people have deceived or manipulated us, it’s difficult to forgive them. I’ve worked for some terrific bosses over the years. One of them is Jim Grey, whose luck with his own bosses hasn’t been quite as good as mine. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Human Relations, Life, Psychology | Tagged Forgiveness, Freedom, Life, Positive attitude, Pragmatism, Revenge, Wisdom | 2 Comments

Learn How to Trust People

Posted on January 9, 2019 by N.S. Palmer

You can trust people. Honest. That’s not a joke. Trust me. But it’s important to know what trust is. Then you can trust people in the right way. A couple of analogies might help explain the point. Suppose that you … Continue reading →

Posted in Human Relations, Life, Psychology | Tagged Forgiveness, Human Relations, Patience, Pragmatism, Realism, Serenity, Trust, Understanding | Leave a comment

Have Happy Relationships in 2019

Posted on January 5, 2019 by N.S. Palmer

Human beings are social animals. To be our best selves, we need other people. But those relationships demand work, patience, and understanding. How can you make your relationships as happy as possible in 2019? Think about three things: You, the … Continue reading →

Posted in Human Relations, Life, Psychology | Tagged Benjamin Franklin, Bertrand Russell, Forgiveness, Friendship, Happiness, Happy marriage, How to be happy, love, Marriage, Relationships | Leave a comment

Who Is Your Enemy?

Posted on September 17, 2015 by N.S. Palmer

Who is your enemy? One of my friends said that she must have done something right this year, because she had acquired more enemies. Winston Churchill, who was Britain’s prime minister during World War II, would have agreed: “You have enemies? … Continue reading →