Tag Archives: self-control

Adkins Diet & Other Tortures

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Doc Arnett

The Adkins Diet was a great way for me to lose weight, patience and friends… sometimes moderation is a better choice than abstinence. Continue reading →

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Wisdom Amidst the Flames

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Arguments, confrontations, and frustrating situations: times when taking time to think first is very crucial. Continue reading →

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Heart Control Measures

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Doc Arnett

Everything devoted to anything
except the root cause of a thing,
is a waste of time,
an illusion of action.
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Negative Opportunity

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Doc Arnett

You will have at least one chance today,

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Fruit of the Spirit

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Doc Arnett

To sincerely desire and work for the good of others
To celebrate and honor the things that are truly good
To seek and promote that which builds relationship with all
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Good Exercise

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Doc Arnett

When we are willing to use whatever trick it takes to turn us away from the things that pull us toward self-destruction, we are ready to overcome. Continue reading →

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With nothing particular on my mind and no dietary suspects, I cannot explain the trouble I had in getting to sleep last night. Sometimes, I think such times might be the result of some deeper concern, something disturbing the spirit, something beyond normal thought. Continue reading →

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