Nonfiction
I'm Ok, You're OK
Another old academic book that I have read for a second time is entitled 'I'm Ok- You're Ok' A Practical Guide to Transactional Analysis' by Thomas A. Harris, MD. The general idea of this book is that we all have a Parent, Adult, and Child image in all of us and it is how we see ourselves in each of these scenarios of living life. Throughout this book even though it is somewhat outdated with some of the historical artifacts he mentions as Vietnam and the assassinations of John and Robert Kennedy and a few other political and social issues. It is still useful and gives a person a chance to work through who and how they feel personality wise. There are four of these:
Mark GrahamPublished 3 days ago in CritiqueCalling All Writers!!!!
Just finished reading Anne Lamott's book 'bird by bird' for the third time since I first read it back in college for an 'Advanced Composition' course. Anne wrote this book as if teaching her course and it reads as if she is teaching ideas for writing that novel or even just short little pieces poems to short stories. Writing is a lonely profession she says, but it is in how you see yourself as a writer one that just wants to write or one that sees only money for publication of their work. To be a writer one must want to write and be able to put aside some things such as a few chores that could wait for a while to sit down and write whatever. Anne says that using note cards and little pocket notebooks come in handy for various kinds of writing notes along with finding a writing community that could help you when feeling stuck. These are only two things but there are many more ideas to get from this book to make you write. Writers must be readers.
Mark GrahamPublished 3 days ago in CritiqueThe Taliban's Plan To Rule the World
While the turmoil seems to never end in the Middle East, the idea of the return of Al-Qaeda is getting more and more popular, since such a group has a historical ties with the Taliban that reached power in Afghanist in 2021. The dire situation that spells out the fate of the Afghan citizens in Taliban's regime rule hangs in the air with it bringing to mind the global setting of the day regardless of the distance.
Amine OubihPublished 3 days ago in CritiqueDelegating and Assigning
I was reading an article in a nursing newspaper 'The Pelican News' for April, May and June of this year. The article that I read feels like it could appeal to all professions is entitled 'Delegating and Assigning: What You Need to Know'. The author Cynthia Saver has blocked out at the end of the article 'Five Rights of Delegation'. I am going to retype these five verbatim for I do not want to misinterpret them.
Mark GrahamPublished 9 days ago in CritiqueDiscover your optimal health
As a nurse of 16 years I have read many a health text. In reading 'Discover your Optimal Health' written by Dr. Wayne Scott Anderson is a book that will show you how to learn how to make you a healthier person through learning more about nutrition, exercise both physical and psychological.
Mark GrahamPublished 9 days ago in CritiqueSee The Picture For What It Is
Let’s talk about shattered pictures of Love or Let me reiterate that, the illusion we paint on false love. Real love do not need to be fake until they make it. That’s not going to happen. You are setting yourself up for heart ache and pain. This goes for men and women.
Mariann CarrollPublished 18 days ago in CritiqueJennifer's Awakening: A Journey from Death's Embrace
What happens when someone dies? Do they know that they are dead? Fortunately, here is a true story of a middle-aged woman who died and stirred from her slumber after two days. Jennifer, a mother of six children was living happily in a neighbourhood. Jennifer was blessed with a joyous family, their bond woven tightly with love and laughter. Their home was geographically situated where they could easily access the river and market. Jennifer had a husband who was a fisherman and could always come home with enough meals to feed his family. They were by then one of the greatest families in the village due to their unity and self-independence. As time went by, Jennifer started to become sick. Despite her efforts to carry out household and gardening tasks, the relentless progression of the disease gradually sapped her strength day by day.
Solomon OdipoPublished 19 days ago in CritiqueRenewal For Field Leaders
Brett A. Blake has written a business book entitled ' Renewal For Field Leaders'. This is an academic book for businesspeople who lead employees and independent contractors in how to keep their businesses solvent over years. It covers topics dealing with direct selling of various products and ideas from the Business Lifecycle Stages from Launch through Decline or Renewal to the CHISEL plan for renewal (Cash, Hope, Innovation, Simplification, Expansion, Leadership). He states in a way there is an AIM in cash management. He also mentions the H.O.P.E. formula for business. Another facet he mentions one must use experimentation along with human-to-human experience to improve your business or do something else. One last idea he share is the 'Three C's of Simplification' that are 'Calendar, Cadence, and Communication which is also the most important aspect of any and all business enterprises. The layout of this academic book is shown in large type for easy reading that would make an great supplemental read for many economics courses or any business management courses.
Mark GrahamPublished 22 days ago in CritiqueWho is Jesus Christ?
Who is Jesus Christ? He is the risen one. He is the ultimate person who can help anyone. He was born of the Virgin Mary on Christmas. He was crucified and buried and then rose on Easter. He is the one leader for all use if we can only see it for it is the truth.
Mark GrahamPublished 27 days ago in CritiqueGeneral Economics
Is Economics a subject that seems interesting to you. It does to me since I do not have to study for examinations now, but back when in college it was the course that nobody seemed to like very much even if you were a business or even an accounting major. I guess you could say it is kind of a boring subject to study at times especially the historical points of the subject.
Mark GrahamPublished 29 days ago in CritiqueCapital Goods
So what are capital goods economically speaking. Well, they are the ones that increase productive efficiency and permit us to have a greater output of consumer goods at a future date from the free resources that are offered. This is another aspect of what is known as capitalism.
Mark GrahamPublished 29 days ago in CritiqueThe Art of Constructive Critique: How to Provide Feedback That Inspires Growth
Constructive critique is an art form that can inspire growth and development in individuals, teams, and organizations. Providing feedback in a constructive manner requires skill, empathy, and a focus on improvement rather than criticism. In this article, we will explore the principles of constructive critique and provide practical tips on how to deliver feedback that fosters growth.
BLESSING COOLPublished about a month ago in Critique