Uncommon Sense

First, let’s answer, “What is Uncommon Sense?” It is a decision to build up relationships rather than tear them down by living an uncommon lifestyle that demonstrates that choice. Do you need to make changes in your life? Are you ready to eliminate patterns that are hurting you or the people you love? Are you doing things to check out (or conversely, to feel something) because life can be painful or unsatisfying? Workaholic, alcoholic, shopaholic, couch potato, cutter, overeater…? I believe we are not at peace unless we sense that we are in mutually caring, safe and respectful relationships. Uncommon Sense is designed to build those bonds.

Science has taught us a lot about human nature. Mental health, satisfaction, productivity and good relationships all go together. That’s because many willful choices in life are based on the strength and health of relationships: with myself, with my God, with the people I love or with my community.

The relationship-smart coping strategies and practical wisdom of Uncommon Sense sends criticism, unwanted conversation, nagging, blaming, lecturing, fear and neglect into a tailspin. These time-consuming stressors are replaced with healing, time-saving communications and actions. The environment becomes growth-oriented, patient and healing rather than hurried, resentful or fearful.