Thursday 10 November 2011

Curing Emotional Tone Deafness





Curing Emotional Tone Deafness

Last night, Kevin rehearsed with his wife. On the drive to the office this morning, he grew even more confident that his boss would see things his way. After explaining to his boss that working remotely two days a week would not only improve his home life but also boost his productivity and engagement, how could she not agree with him? It was a no-brainer.
Unfortunately, it also turned out to be a no heart-er. Kevin explained himself perfectly, detailing how Jack and Olivia are at such busy ages now and how the layoffs at his wife's company have meant longer hours for her, but his boss returned a blank stare.

Cosmetic Surgery: Processes, Issues and Decisions





Cosmetic Surgery: Processes, Issues and Decisions

A responsible cosmetic surgeon will sit you down and discuss with you the reasons behind your desire to have a procedure done, your medical history, your emotional connection to the procedure and a range of other options that are available, if there are others. You should never feel pressured to go ahead with surgery, and a good surgeon will present the facts in an objective manner. Another important aspect of this initial consultation should be that your surgeon gives you a clear indication of what the outcome will be, makes realistic promises and puts your mind at rest.