Category: Reck, Ross; Dr.
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A Simple Way to Add Meaning to Your Life – by Dr. Ross Reck
Most people would like to feel that their life stands for something good and that they are making a difference. This is what meaning is all about. If you would like to add meaning to your life, commit yourself to being a kind and good human being. Become the reason that others believe in the…
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When You’re Kind, You Give People a Reason to Care – by Dr. Ross Reck
During the past several years, I’ve needed to utilize the services of a large cardiology practice. Each time I go there, I make it a point to be cheerful and kind to the people who are helping me. Not long ago, I was not feeling just right, and I wanted to get one of the…
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Gardening: The Human Response to Nature’s Generosity – by Dr. Ross Reck
For a long time now, I have been observing gardeners—people who plant fruits, vegetables, and flowers in their yard. These people tend to be very energetic and seem to love what they do. My wife Marcia is one such person. She always has a smile and she’s always planting something.
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It’s Impossible to Be Happy While Your Complaining – by Dr. Ross Reck
A former student of mine posted the following quote on Facebook: “Happiness comes a lot easier when you stop complaining about the problems you do have, and you start being grateful for all the problems you don’t have.” Whenever things don’t go well in my life, I immediately try to think of someone who is…
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Sometimes the Kindest Thing You Can Do is Listen – by Dr. Ross Reck
I came across a Facebook post by a radio talk show host in Phoenix who recently fostered then adopted a six-year-old girl whom he refers to as “Sister” in his post. It reads: “When Sister was first placed with us, she told us, ‘People say that I talk too much.’ And she seemed embarrassed about…