Word for the Day: Monday, October 30, 2017

The Word for Today (Monday) is Comfort. Depending on the details, some people, who are challenged with one or more Disabilities may have a great deal of trouble  *being*  comfortable, either at certain times, or almost all of their day! So anything you can do, for the disabled people in your lives, to help them  *be*  comfortable will help a great deal.

Word for the Day: Sunday, October 29, 2017

The Word for Today (Sunday) is Nourishment. Now, a good, nourishing meal is important for anybody, which certainly includes people, challenged with disabilities. And make it delicious, too!

Weekly Theme: Week of 10/29 to 11/04/2017

The Theme for this Week is Disability.  So what does Disability mean?  In my opinion, to understand this, we need to break it down:  Dis, followed by Ability.  So what does Google say about the prefix, Dis?  "a Latin prefix meaning 'apart' 'asunder,' 'away,' 'utterly,' or having a privative, negative, or reversing force".  Now, how about Ability?  I will, this time, take Google's 2nd definition:  "talent, skill, or proficiency in a particular area".  So, if we put these two together, we get something  *far*  above what most people think of, with the word, Disability.  And I like this, because it includes Learning Disabilities and some of the usual "slowing down", that occurs, as we grow older. 

Word for the Day: Saturday, October 28, 2017

The Word for Today (Saturday) is Prosperity. A Prosperous Diplomat? Well, if the job were done well, I would hope it would be a good career.

Word for the Day: Friday, October 27, 2017

The Word for Today (Friday) is Liberation. So would it be Liberation from Diplomacy? (Hopefully not!) What would, perhaps be better, would be Liberation from bad situations *Using* Diplomacy. Because Diplomacy, well placed can, not only prevent wars, but stop (or, at least make milder) wars that are in progress.

Word for the Day: Thursday, October 26, 2017

The Word for Today (Thursday) is Wisdom. And, what better Revelation, than a Wise one? Incidentally, some are confused, about how to develop Wisdom. Yes, some of it can occur, with "proper Study". But please note, that Life Experience often gives it quicker, better, and more completely.

Word for the Day: Wednesday, October 25, 2017

The Word for Today (Wednesday) is Impartiality. Impartial Diplomacy? Actually, the closer you can get to it, the better. For one, Diplomats are often communicating with both sides of a dispute. And if one side detects favoritism towards the "other side", the entire process may completely fail, often quite spectacularly!

Word for the Day: Tuesday, October 24, 2017

The Word for Today (Tuesday) is Consequence. So does Diplomacy have Consequences? Of course! But, on the other hand, what occurs, with the absence of Diplomacy (i,e. War) have, often so *much* more Consequences, that Diplomacy is found to be, a most crucial process.

Word for the Day: Monday, October 23, 2017

The Word for Today (Monday) is Elimination. Eliminating the process of Diplomacy? (No!!!) But Eliminating, what gets in the way of the multiple parties getting along with each other, which *leads* to Diplomacy? Yes! Note, by the way, that Diplomacy relates well, with the Theme from three weeks ago, Mediation.

Word for the Day: Sunday, October 22, 2017

The Word for Today (Sunday) is Self-Reliance. And these go together, because you need to be independent and capable, to be effective in the Diplomatic Corps. Self-Reliance is a good trait, no matter what you do but, at the same time, remember that there are other people around you, to provide assistance, when needed.

Weekly Theme: Week of October 22-28, 2017

The Theme for this Week is Diplomacy.  So what does this mean?  According to Google, it is "the profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations, typically by a country's representatives abroad".  As such, it makes a great career, not only useful, but also quite rewarding. 

Word for the Day: Saturday, October 21, 2017

The Word for Today (Saturday) is Expansion. "Expanded Intercourse"? (Sounds a bit frightening!) [or] Dialogue about Expansion? (This might work). What I think works well, is to Expand your Communication Skills. If you need help with this, there's even an organization that worked well for me: Google "Toastmasters International". And above all, have fun!

Words for the Day: Friday, October 20, 2017

The Words for Today (Friday) are Trust and Faith. So how do these two Words relate to our two Themes (which basically combine, into "Communication")? One way, is to gain enough confidence, so as to Trust your own ability to Communicate with others. And, likewise, have Faith that the communications, themselves will work out, in a harmonious way. Does this always work? Of course not! But, with practice, we can all improve.

Word for the Day: Thursday, October 19, 2017

The Word for Today (Thursday) is Gratitude. Now *That* is something, which helps *all* type of communications, whether any "flavor" of Intercourse (even Sexual), or Dialogue between two (or more) people. If you can think of something, that you are thankful for, let the other person know! (Even when you're "tangled up in each other"). Note that Gratitude always comes on a Thursday. Do you know what else always falls on Thursday? The Thanksgiving Holiday, of course!

Word for the Day: Wednesday, October 18, 2017

The Word for Today (Wednesday) is Equality. Equal opportunity to communicate? Does this exist in our, usual settings (meaning chaotic, with interruptions)? Do you listen? How do you hold your side of the conversation? Do you talk with your mouth full? Questions all over the place.

Word for the Day: Tuesday, October 17, 2017.

The Word for Today (Tuesday) is Prudence. Prudent Intercourse? Yes, no matter what the connotation. (Try looking up "Social Intercourse", to see a different angle to that half of our Theme). But, even with the "most known connotation", don't go overboard and become a Prude! Strive for balance.

Word for the Day: Monday, October 16, 2017

The Word for Today (Monday) is Innocence. Innocent Communication? Sure, if it's honest on both sides. And *that* is something, to strive for!

Word for the Day: Sunday, October 15, 2017

The Word for Today (Sunday) is Forgiveness. I guess, in this case, there "could" be a reason, for someone to ask forgiveness for their usage of, at least one of our Themes! (But look closer, there are other usages for Intercourse, than sexual: For example, Social Intercourse). Finally, note that Forgiveness works in both directions: It can also be granted to another.

Weekly Themes: week of October 15-21, 2017

The Themes for this Week are Intercourse and Dialogue.  People often only think of one angle of the word, Intercourse.  But Google has a surprise for you, if you enter "Define Intercourse":  "communication or dealings between individuals or groups".  (In fact, there is a phrase, "Social Intercourse", with a different connotation from the "usual" sexual one).  And thus, there *is* a connection between the two parts of our Theme this week.  In fact, in my opinion, even the usual Sexual connotation of Intercourse, is a form of communication (or dialogue) between two people!  So communicate well.

Word for the Day: Saturday, October 14, 2017

The Word for Today (Saturday) is Authenticity. So what, in a Joke, would make it worthy of the, coveted "Certificate of Authenticity"? Based on the Parameters of, what I feel is asked for, in these Weekly Themes and Daily Words, this is enough!

Word for the Day: Friday, October 13, 2017

The Word for Today (Friday) is Interpretation. So tell me, people: How *do* you Interpret Humor? (In fact, has *Anyone* ever figured this out?) Comments welcome. But, to change the subject slightly: A great career, as an Interpreter, might be waiting for you, if you are fluent in multiple languages.

Word for the Day: Thursday, October 12, 2017

The Word for Today (Thursday) is Socialization. Socialized Humor? (Have you ever attended a Comedy Club? When I did, I learned a "Helpful Hint": Be careful about sitting in the Front Row: You *WILL* be picked on!) Here's an idea: You have Sports Bars all over the USA (if not the World), so a "bunch of people" around around TV Sets in the Bar, to watch Sports Events. How about something similar, but aimed around Live Stand-up Comedy Shows on, say, Comedy Central? You never know...

Word for the Day: Wednesday, October 11, 2017

The Word for Today (Wednesday) is Concentration. Concentrated Humor? (Stand-up Comedian Convention?) Alternatively, you can concentrate on the humor around you. Anyway, have a great time.

Word for the Day: Tuesday, October 10, 2017

The Word for Today (Tuesday) is Acceptability. Acceptable Humor? It's easier to say what "Unacceptable Humor" might look like. (For example, kicking someone in the Groin and then, laughing it up! In my opinion, *Most* "Practical Jokes" fit this category, especially if the Affected Person is not "Made Right" at the end. "Making Fun" [or Teasing] Minorities or people with Disabilities, in my opinion is *ALWAYS* Unacceptable!)

So keep this in mind, when evaluating "Stand Up Comedians".

Word for the Day: Monday, October 9, 2017

The Word for Today (Monday) is Generosity. Humor about Generosity? (Like the TV Ad [not sure what company], where a Genii says he will only give One Wish, but it will be Generous. So the poor soul asks for "A Million Bucks". Whoosh! There are, suddenly a Million Bucks [male deer] all around the person!)

Or how about Generous Humor? This is, quite simply applying Humor to the way you approach your life. In other words, don't go overboard. But when a humorous way of imparting a fact becomes available, use it instead of giving the fact, say, in a monotone. Sense of Humor? Yes!

Word for the Day: Sunday, October 8, 2017

The Word for Today (Sunday), is Sharing. And what, better Thing to Share with your Friends than a Good Joke? By the way, I consider a good Sense of Humor, crucial to good, Mental Health. Have Fun!

Weekly Theme: Week of October 8-14, 2017

The Theme for this Week is Humor.  (Finally, we get to Lighten Up for a week).  Even when I "Think" I know the meaning of a Word, I Still, often check Google.  So Humor is (among other things), "the quality of being amusing or comic, especially as expressed in literature or speech".  So let's see how this relates to this Week's Words.

Words for the Day: Saturday, October 7, 2017

The Words for Today (Saturday) are Overview and Perspective. The two of these, together make up the "Big Picture View", which is *absolutely* vital to effective Mediation. Because you had *better* know *what* is going on, on both sides of the issue at hand. And, generally, it is good to know the "big picture", wherever you work (or learn). Happy Perspective Hunting!

Word for the Day: Friday, October 6, 2017

The Word for Today (Friday) is Reflection. Mediating Reflections? [or] Reflecting Mediation? (Not sure about either). But keep in mind, that we can, often be Mirrors to Each Other. How does this work? If you see, say, a type of behavior in another person that bothers you, look within, to see if you, also exhibit that behavior. For their must have been something, inside yourself, to trigger your reaction to the behavior in the other person. Incidentally, another meaning of Reflection, is a deep, kind of Review.

Word for the Day: Thursday, October 5, 2017

The Word for Today (Thursday) is Study. So are you Mediating, between Two Fields of Study? [or] Are you Studying the topic of Mediation itself? (I'll leave these two, to your imagination!) Now, on Study itself, be selective! Since it takes time and effort to, actually "Learn" a Field of Study, you typically don't have a lot of time, to "try out" a bunch of Topics (unless you are Retired, and have enough Resources, to not have to work). And even if you *do* have a lot of Resources, you are likely to get overwhelmed, if you try to study too much, in too little time. (I know: I tried, in Community College, to take two Classes at once, and had to drop out of one of them). And another "hint", that you are studying too much, is if you stop having fun. Word to the wise.

Word for the Day: Wednesday, October 4, 2017

The Word for Today (Wednesday) is Absorption. So what are we doing today? Mediating a dispute between two Sponges? (LOL!) The place where I find Absorption most helpful, by the way, is in certain Teaching Environments, especially the "Immersion Method" of learning alternative Languages. It also shows up, in Science Fiction where, to learn something, you go to sleep, and the "Knowledge" somehow flows into you, through a speaker in your Pillow or, alternatively, through Pills you take.

Word for the Day: Tuesday, October 3, 2017

The Word for Today (Tuesday) is Review. There are many types of Review (even, possibly of the success, or lack thereof, of a Mediation Session). But first off, Review might follow one, or more of the Experiments you ran yesterday. (Yes, these Words can, occasionally build on each other). But Review well, and have fun doing it!

Word for the Day: Monday, October 2, 2017

The Word for Today (Monday) is Experimentation. Mediation, between two Experimenters, who don't agree about the results of an Experiment? Experimental Mediation? Now, I'd really have to think about, how the second one works! But, in my opinion, *all* of Life is an Experiment.

Word for the Day: Sunday, October 1, 2017

The Word for Today (Sunday) is Recognition. And, besides Recognizing the fact that I acted as Mediator, between Mom and Dad, when I was a Child, I also Recognize those, who have assisted me, when I was the one with a Dispute with another. It is always good, to Recognize those who help you through the years.

Weekly Theme: Week of October 1-7, 2017

The Theme for this Week is Mediation.  This Theme makes a great Career.  Google defines it as, "intervention in a dispute in order to resolve it; arbitration".  And it works on many levels:  Personally (i.e. Marriage Counselors), Professionally (i.e.  disputes between corporations), or even Globally (i.e.  Mediation between countries).  In a major sense, this is what occurs in our Court System, where Lawyers represent each side of the dispute, and the Judge acts as the Mediator.  Good luck, folks!