Perhaps they're not that scary. I just finished watching Jaws II. Not the greatest movie of all time, I know. Still, Roy Scheider’s characterization as Amityville’s police chief and his unsuccessful attempts to convince the city council of imminent shark attacks exemplifies Hollywood’s affection (and ours) for underdogs. We relate to the underdog theme because we’ve all been there---overwhelmed by formidable foes and against all odds. Our very existence (due to the fall of Adam) requires ... VIEW POST
Enemies, Part 6: Battling Giants?
Enemies, Part 5: Under Attack? Take and Maintain the Moral High Ground
Be on the right side of history. A friend asked me to write a post about confrontation. Specifically, she wanted advice on confronting or speaking with directness to a friend. Because teaching argumentation is my profession, my students, friends, and family often ask me about confrontation: Obviously, there's no cookie cutter response. Every situation presents its own challenges; each person is unique. Various forms of communication are learned skill sets and require practice ... VIEW POST
Enemies, Part 4: Rescue and Recovery
Bitten by "fiery serpents?" I watched the mail carrier open my mailbox, take out my letter, climb back into his truck and drive away. Again, I asked God if writing the letter had been the right thing to do. I hadn't had much contact with its recipient for years. (I'll call her Caitlin.) Never before (or since) had I experienced such overt and consistent hostility from a friend. As young married women, Caitlin and I had lived in the same Latter-day Saint ward and neighborhood. We became ... VIEW POST
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