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Comment on An adventure into positivity by Elaine Klonicki

Elaine Klonicki — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:50:21 +0000

I tend to be more like my dad, who always said he wasn’t pessimistic, just realistic. But on Seligman’s test I scored “moderately optimistic.” I’ve made good progress with it over the years, but I’m looking forward to getting even more tips.

Comment on An adventure into positivity by Vera

Vera — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:35:36 +0000

Elaine, thanks for sharing! I’ve always believed this theory although it is harder for some than others. Try as I might, it’s hard for me to stay depressed! I live with two pessimists so they think I’m crazy. But they will admit they’ve learned, by taking baby steps, to choose to be positive. Why wouldn’t you if you could? Will be anxious to see what you glean from the books.

Comment on An adventure into positivity by Mike

Mike — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:58:19 +0000

As a former ad man I think of old commercials frequently when I read things. So, to answer your closing question, “Who’s in?”, I’m taking the Calgon line, “Calgon, take me away!” and revising it to, “Elaine, take me away!” Well, not take me away because I’m sure Mr. Klonicki would have a few words with me about that, but you get what I mean!

Comment on Rocket relationships by Elaine Klonicki

Elaine Klonicki — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 02:28:00 +0000

That’s a good point, Maya. These categories are not necessarily fixed. Sometimes relationships serve us well for a period of time, and then something changes, and they don’t feel right anymore. Sometime it’s because we mature at different rates.

And, of course, my post assumes that we are doing our part as friends. As one friend pointed out, it’s not just on others. We have to feed the relationships as well.

Comment on Rocket relationships by Maya

Maya — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:52:39 +0000

I really like this post, too. I was just thinking about my past friendships a few days ago.

I thought about three of my closest high-school friends and it kind of made me sad to realize that while we had some great times together, all three of those relationships were dysfunctional for various reasons. And I think maturity (or really lack therof) on all of our parts had a lot to do with this.

Any thoughts on how sometimes our friends can move into and out of the categories in Elaine’s post?

Comment on Rocket relationships by Elaine Klonicki

Elaine Klonicki — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:09:15 +0000

Ah, I remember that passage. I love your characterizations in Nardi Point. Can’t wait until we see it in print!

Comment on Rocket relationships by Nancy LaPonzina

Nancy LaPonzina — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 18:13:45 +0000

Great post!
I’ve explored this issue in a small way in Nardi Point, when Leyla-Jo describes her friendship with Laurinda:

“Laurinda was, well, thoughtful. She made thoughtful choices—effective and logical. Maybe because of the technology she worked with every day. But the girl had heart despite her technological orientation. Theirs wasn’t a dependent friendship, the kind where you got a phone call crying for help when a slapdash choice produced chaos. No, it was a deeper connection—an attunement of calmness, respect. Folks smiled when she described her as someone she knew from another lifetime.”

Comment on After You by Suzanne Levin

Suzanne Levin — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 22:25:38 +0000

How beautiful and touching!! That’s how this world is going to turn around! My heart is smiling. I love you!

Comment on After You by harvey brody

harvey brody — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 03:18:15 +0000

Nice Rella Made ME smile. Did you see play it forward? If not, do so.

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Comment on Goodwill Abounds by Elaine Klonicki

Elaine Klonicki — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 05:38:31 +0000

Agreed, Sandra. She set a wonderful example. Sometimes we just need to be reminded about reaching out and helping others. This year, especially, we seem to be hearing about more of these acts of kindness.