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Israel Kalman
Jun 30, 20031 min read
Cats Do It, Too
by Izzy Kalman (June 2003) No, I’m not talking about reproductive functions. I’m referring to helping their siblings. For years, I’ve...
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Israel Kalman
Jun 30, 20033 min read
The Paradox of “Rights”
by Izzy Kalman (June 2003) Modern society is constantly fighting for more “rights.” We believe we are entitled to a life free from worry...
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Israel Kalman
May 30, 20033 min read
How to Have a Productive Political Discussion
by Izzy Kalman (May 2003) It’s often said that if you want someone to remain your friend, don’t discuss politics or religion. It’s good...
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Israel Kalman
May 30, 20032 min read
Lowering the Bar on Violence
by Izzy Kalman (May 2003) Many mental health organizations and experts have an interest in maintaining the public’s fear of the “epidemic...
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Israel Kalman
May 30, 20031 min read
Bamboozled – Movie Review
by Izzy Kalman (May 2003) I just saw “Bamboozled” (2001), a fascinating, powerful film by Spike Lee. The protagonist, Pierre Delacroix,...
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Israel Kalman
Mar 30, 20035 min read
The “Bully” Question — A Trap!
by Izzy Kalman (March 2003) The US is now at war with Iraq. Let us hope that whatever happens, it turns out for the best for both...
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Israel Kalman
Mar 30, 20032 min read
Harrison Bergeron – Movie Recommendation
by Izzy Kalman (March 2003) Chances are you never heard of this movie. I happened across it in my local Hollywood Video, which has a much...
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Israel Kalman
Mar 30, 20031 min read
The Sin of Judging
by Izzy Kalman (March 2003) While there is no official religion here in the United States, the vast majority of Americans are Christians....
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Israel Kalman
Mar 30, 20032 min read
The Golden “Law”
by Izzy Kalman (March 2003) Why shouldn’t we punish kids when they say mean things to each other? This is a very difficult idea for many...
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Israel Kalman
Feb 25, 20032 min read
Dan Olweus, Crusader Against Bullies
by Izzy Kalman (February 2003) Dan Olweus, a Norwegian psychologist and researcher, is the “Freud” of the modern anti-schoolyard-bullying...
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Israel Kalman
Feb 15, 20032 min read
A Walk to Remember – Movie Recommendation
by Izzy Kalman (February 2003) My ten year old daughter, Ayala, recently urged me to watch what she said was the best movie she ever saw....
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Israel Kalman
Dec 30, 20022 min read
Itchy and Scratchy
by Izzy Kalman (December 2002) I’ve often said that comedians are the best psychologists. Comedians (and I include comedy writers in this...
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Israel Kalman
Dec 3, 20027 min read
The Promotion of The Victim Mentality
by Izzy Kalman (December 2002) The Western World is moving in a dangerous direction – with good intentions, of course. In the interest of...
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Israel Kalman
Dec 21, 20017 min read
How to Cure Finicky Eaters
by Izzy Kalman (December 2001) Is mealtime a headache for you? Are you being tormented by a child who’s driving you crazy with his picky...
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