judgment – The Positive Edge

Posted February 11, 2024

Please Don’t Be Mad, But You May Need to Hear This

Have you ever had a coworker snap at you for no reason? Have you ever had a family member respond in a grumpy manner? Have you ever had a fellow driver cut you off or make you wait unnecessarily? [...]

By Tina Hallis

In Better Life, Focusing on the positive, Negative emotions

Posted April 4, 2021

The Battery Was Dead! The Difference Between Judgment & Discernment

We got in the car to head home, only to find that the battery was dead! I noticed my initial thought, “Oh no! This is bad!” Then I switched my focus and told myself it wasn’t a [...]

By Tina Hallis

In Better Life, Relationships

Posted January 17, 2021

Would Santa Wear a Black Beret and Sunglasses? Judging Others

As I looked out over my audience, I couldn’t help but notice the older man dressed all in black, including a black beret AND black sunglasses! Why would he wear sunglasses inside?? He sat [...]

By Tina Hallis

In Better Life, Negative emotions, Relationships

Posted December 19, 2020

How the Power of “Thank You” Can Make You Happier

In what situations do you use the words, “Thank you?” Is it when you receive a wrapped present? Or maybe when someone does something nice for you that you didn’t expect? [...]

By Tina Hallis

In Better Life, Negative emotions

Posted August 12, 2018

Why It’s OK to Blame, Judge, & Envy Others – Name It to Tame It

What’s my instant reaction when I can’t find my car keys? — Who took my keys?! Now I actually laugh at this voice in my head because, of course, I know that no one took them. I just misplaced [...]