How often in our lives have we sought perfection? As students we needed to write that perfect paper to get the A we so desperately wanted. As professionals we may have wanted to deliver the perfect presentation so that our evaluations resonated with accolades. Even as parents, we may have tried to raise the perfect child. (more…)
I suffer from a malady that is shared by many. It is the “could-a, would-a, should-a syndrome.” This is often confused with the “if only syndrome.” However, the former has many more symptoms. The patient suffers more mental anguish with “could-a, would-a, should-a.” There is much more introspection and more stress. It is symptomatic of a Type A individual who analyzes everything and can’t let go. Whereas, the person experiencing the “if only syndrome” does so for a shorter period of time. There is a degree of discomfort associated with the illness, and the individual undergoes periods of frustration and concern. In all honesty, the prognosis for becoming totally free of either illness is not good! (more…)
Reflections over Morning Coffee 
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