John H. Driggs
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Oh, who among us can forget the wonderful world of childhood innocence?! The world was our oyster. Good overcame evil. We were protected and safe. Life was simple. At… read more…
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Editor’s note: In the last issue of The Phoenix Spirit, John Driggs lent his more than 40 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families, to the topic… read more…
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Most of us parents know how we would like our kids to turn out. They would care about others, generally have a warm heart, be socially accepted by peers,… read more…
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“I am so sick and tired of being sick and tired. I can’t even talk about it anymore. I go for long periods where life is good and I’m… read more…
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“I’m sorry but I have to cancel our dinner date. I have the flu. I know this is the second time I’ve done this and I wouldn’t blame you… read more…
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I live with my girlfriend in what you might call a mutual arrangement. It’s about all we can handle. Neither one of us wants to be married. We’re both… read more…
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Love is something if you give it away, Give it away, give it away. Love is something if you give it away, You end up having more. It’s just… read more…
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The oblivion we once hid from danger has now become our invisible prison. — Anonymous Have you ever said “Why can’t he see what he is doing? Isn’t it… read more…
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“The Knife and the Wound Both Need Each Other.” — Sheldon Kopp, Psychoanalyst and Writer I’ve been married to Laura for 25 years and I’ve never been able to… read more…
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“You are not entirely your circumstances. Work on your own life and happiness. Never give up. For starters, embrace the miracle of love, love strong enough to guide or… read more…
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