Today's Stress Tip..by G. Gaynor McTigue..FRI.9/02/05

It's okay to change your mind.

There's a disturbing trend in today's culture to brand as weak anyone who changes a position on a particular issue. True if your views waver like a blade of grass swaying in the breeze. But if your altered stance is the result of new evidence learned, a key shift in circumstances, or a serious grappling with the issue, you have every right to change your mind. In fact, it's a sign of strength and maturity to do so in the face of possible criticism. Indeed, it's those whose pride and ego prevent them from abandoning failed positions who should be deemed weak. Don't let anyone belittle you, or discourage you from switching viewpoints. Firmly state that you now see things differently, you've changed your mind, and that's that. Why make yourself crazy?

Based on G. Gaynor McTigue's acclaimed book Why Make Yourself Crazy? featured in major publications and on talk shows across America.
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Don't seek success on the failure of others.

Seek it on your own merit. Trying to gain advantage hoping others will stumble, or waging a campaign to hurt or discredit them, serves only to bring down the level of dignity all around. It engenders negativity, discord and tension. Whatever the area of involvement -- job, government, community, or family -- everyone should support each other in working toward common ideals. It's counter-productive to wish for things to get worse, just so you can make your case or improve your position. Strive to be an active contributor, not a stealthy detractor. Your success will be more highly regarded when it's an outgrowth of excellence, not a byproduct of failure. Why make yourself crazy?

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