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A gifted teacher and fascinating speaker, Hal has the ability to help people understand complex issues. He uses stories, interesting examples and other aids to interest and understanding. He offers seminars and consulting in decision-making and dealing with

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Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) The Golden Compass: Is religious criticism warranted?: 1 of 17
Certainly anyone has a right to defend his beliefs, and that includes Christians who are the clear target of Pullman's trilogy. While "The Golden Compass" itself is not notably anti-Christian, it does serve as the introduction to the rest of the series, especially the last book which is flagrantly anti-Christian. "The Golde... More..
Education > High School Humanities Which high school courses should be mandatory: 5 of 77
High school students are about to transition from children to independent adults. Some will go on to the university, some to trade school and some directly to the job market. However there are some skills all will need: 1. They will need the ability to care for themselves, both financially and health-wise. 2. They will ... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to save money on your next car: 1 of 12
Step 1: Decide what you want or need in a car. Cars tend to be status symbols - expensive status symbols at that. If that is what you want and you can afford it, you probably aren't interested in my advice. However if you are willing to pass on impressing your neighbors and really want to save money, here are some tips. ... More..
Relationships & Family > Divorce & Legal Issues Should it be compulsory for couples to sign a prenuptial agreement before marriage?: 5 of 53
Instead of preparing for divorce, why not encourage people to prepare to stay happily married? Indeed some ministers already require prenuptial counseling before they will perform a wedding - a trend that should be encouraged. Let's face it, about half of the marriages in this country end in divorce, often to the detriment ... More..
Personal Finance > Financial Planning How budgeting can improve your life: 5 of 52
A budget improve your life? Like many I've thought of a budget as a straitjacket rather than as something to help me enjoy life. I was wrong. Properly used, a budget is the best tool available to allow you to do what you want with the money you have. It may look attractive to just buy something without making sure it fi... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing for Success Publishing your first book: 2 of 20
Every writer wants to get published - and preferably paid a lot of money. However it is wise to be careful about how you allow the publisher to treat you. There are many honorable publishers. Sadly there are a few who will take advantage of you, whether your writing is for normal publications or for the web. I offer the f... More..
Sciences > Psychology When and when not to think logically: 2 of 20
Should you think rationally or intuitively? Well, if you are rowing a boat, which oar should you use? Rational and intuitive thought are like the left and right oars, in nearly all situations they are best used together. If you are a normal human, you have not one but *two* wonderful minds. Your left brain is good at lo... More..
Personal Finance > Stock Market Investing in the stock market as a route to wealth: 1 of 9
How do you make a small fortune in the stock market? That's easy: Start with a large fortune. Actually, while there may be some truth in the above joke, the stock market can provide financial gains - if you are careful and don't get greedy. I have made a lot of money in that market. (Though truth be told, much of it was ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hiking & Backpacking Basic map and compass skills: 1 of 9
Want to shorten your life? Or meet me in the line of duty? (I am a search and rescue volunteer.) You are likely to do one of those if you head into the backountry without a map and compass *and* the ability to use them. Trust me, getting lost is no fun. At best you will be scared and miserable. At worst we may not find y... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News Humor: Daily news (11-23-07): 1 of 8
Dewy Cheatum, A spokesman for the company that owns the cruise ship Explorer says that passengers will be billed for the extra service they received on the latest cruise. The Explorer struck an iceberg in freezing Antarctic waters and sank. Passengers were rescued and put aboard other vessels in the area. "These people wan... More..