Science has so far been unable to tell us how self-aware dogs are, much less whether they have anything like our conscious thoughts. This is not surprising, since neither scientists nor philosophers can agree about what the consciousness of humans consists of, let alone that of animals.

Shame is the root of all addictions.

Condemning others as bad or sinful is a way to feel righteous. Such a feeling is a powerful mood alteration and can become highly addictive.

I know from my own clinical work that when people are beaten and hurt, they numb out so that they cant feel anymore.

It's essential to tell the truth at all times. This will reduce life's pain. Lying distorts reality. All forms of distorted thinking must be corrected.

Children aren't fooled. They know we give time to the things we love.

All these feelings need to be felt. We need to stomp and storm; to sob and cry; to perspire and tremble.