Category Archives: Did You Know?

Change Means Less Cruelty

Posted on February 16, 2022 by Stu Dunn

Going vegetarian started off for me originally as my giving the vegan diet a 2 week trial in support of Bridget. After the 2 weeks were up I ate meat at a wedding & really enjoyed it – however the … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, Make Me Smarter | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Other People’s Limited Perceptions

Posted on September 14, 2021 by Stu Dunn

“We must not allow other people’s limited perceptions to define us.” – Virginia Satir Limiting beliefs are thoughts & opinions that someone believes to be the absolute truth. They tend to have a negative impact on life; stopping moving forward … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, Emotions, Psychology, Success, Mindset, Sales | Tagged , | Comments Off on Other People’s Limited Perceptions

Five minutes of anger impairs your immune system for more than six hours.

Posted on August 26, 2021 by Stu Dunn

Did You Know #88: Five minutes of anger impairs your immune system for more than six hours. Research also shows that even one five-minute episode of anger is so stressful that it can impair your immune system for more than … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, Emotions, Psychology | Tagged , | Comments Off on Five minutes of anger impairs your immune system for more than six hours.

The Single Biggest Problem in Communication

Posted on August 12, 2021 by Stu Dunn

The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion it has taken place. I think the mother of all problems is unmet expectations through incorrect assumptions; remember that people aren’t mind readers – assuming someone will just get what you … Continue reading →

Posted in Body Language, Did You Know?, Emotions, Make Me Smarter, Nonverbal Tips, Psychology, Relationships, Success, Mindset, Sales | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on The Single Biggest Problem in Communication

Parkinson’s Law

Posted on January 8, 2021 by Stu Dunn

Parkinson’s Law is the old adage that work expands to fill the time allotted. Put simply, the amount of work required adjusts to the time available for its completion. The term was first coined by Cyril Northcote Parkinson in a humorous essay he … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, Psychology, Success, Mindset, Sales | Comments Off on Parkinson’s Law

Unmet Expectations – the Silent Killer

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Stu Dunn

Unmet Expectations – the Silent Killer. The major reason marriages end in divorce is because of one thing… unmet expectations. With this in mind, what do you think this can do to your business, your reputation – your customers? EXPECTATION … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, Emotions, Make Me Smarter, Psychology, Relationships, Success, Mindset, Sales | Tagged , | Comments Off on Unmet Expectations – the Silent Killer

Dragon Pole

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Stu Dunn

As far back as 3000 B.C., the staff and the long pole were used in hunting as well as in battle. The staff is a stick between five and six feet in length, both ends of the same diameter. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, Martial Arts | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Dragon Pole

Make Me Smarter #22

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Stu Dunn

Make Me Smarter #22: Grave robbers once stole Charlie Chaplin’s body. Charlie Chaplin may have become famous for making people laugh, but what happened to his body after the performer’s death is downright creepy. Following Chaplin’s passing on Christmas Day … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, Make Me Smarter | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on Make Me Smarter #22

Watching TV Can Reduce the Risk of Divorce

Posted on December 14, 2020 by Stu Dunn

One of the primary problems that destroys romantic relationships is poor communication – specifically on the subject of the relationship itself. When you and your partner avoid sharing your feelings and concerns about your relationship, it’s nearly impossible to find … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, Make Me Smarter, Psychology, Relationships | Tagged , | Comments Off on Watching TV Can Reduce the Risk of Divorce

Make Me Smarter #19

Posted on November 26, 2020 by Stu Dunn

Make Me Smarter #19: Violet Jessop survived three of the largest ship disasters in history. Violet Jessop may be one of the luckiest or unluckiest women in history, depending on how you look at it. The ocean liner stewardess not … Continue reading →

Posted in Did You Know?, Make Me Smarter | Tagged , , | Comments Off on Make Me Smarter #19