Repost: A Meditation on Something I Heard the Other Day
On Friday, October 11th, I attended a professional development workshop at the college where I’m employed. The title of the… Continue reading Repost: A Meditation on Something I Heard the Other Day
Solastalgia, the Emotional Impact of Environmental Change
In our rapidly changing world, where environmental shifts and climate change are becoming increasingly prevalent, a new term has emerged… Continue reading Solastalgia, the Emotional Impact of Environmental Change
It’s Toddlertime-Again
Forgive my excursion into the always contentious waters of politics, but it’s Toddlertime again in Washington DC and ultimately, that’s…
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The Best Option You Can Take
So, two things have happened to me recently. Believe it or not, it’s been a year since I boldly decided… Continue reading The Best Option You Can Take
Is Short Form Content What We Want?
The stats on my personal blog show that the most viewed posts are my weekly ones where I publish photos… Continue reading Is Short Form Content What We Want?
Recovering the Original Meaning of Philosophy
That we come to know of this ancient idea of the philosopher and philosophy is not trivial. I say “come…
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The Pitfalls of Arrogance: Why Humility Triumphs
Arrogance, the trait of overestimating one’s abilities or importance while underestimating others, is a human characteristic like many others. While… Continue reading The Pitfalls of Arrogance: Why Humility Triumphs
Repost: On Dealing with Emotional Extremes
I’m getting older. We all are. Of course, as we age, we lose things. For example, because I’m older and… Continue reading Repost: On Dealing with Emotional Extremes
My New Album Releases Today!
It’s fun starting projects and working on them, but nothing beats getting one across the finish line- even if it…
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Loving and Learning
Is love conducive to our bottom-line goals? Perhaps when it is the goal itself but from my experience, love is…
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Survival of the Friendliest: The Key to Our Species’ Evolution
The book Humankind by the Dutch historian Rutger Bregman is the inspiration for this blog post. The author invites us… Continue reading Survival of the Friendliest: The Key to Our Species’ Evolution
Why Did I Say That?
Ego & self-consciousness make being creative a lot harder.
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Marcus Aurelius: What Is a Philosopher?
I think the claim that Marcus Aurelius would not have thought himself a philosopher is incorrect. At the same time,…
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Why We Must Tolerate Intolerance
The Paradox of Tolerance Back in the 1940s, a philosopher named Karl Popper came up with something called “The Paradox… Continue reading Why We Must Tolerate Intolerance
The Universal You
There was a carousel in the town I grew up in that held a special attraction for me as a… Continue reading The Universal You
Identity: What’s in a name?
Context The catalyst for this post was my most recent Introductions Over Coffee #10 post. There I discuss why new… Continue reading Identity: What’s in a name?
Explore the Ancient Origins of Qi Gong: A Journey Back in Time
Step into the world of Qi Gong, an age-old practice that traces its roots back to the rich world of… Continue reading Explore the Ancient Origins of Qi Gong: A Journey Back in Time
Repost: Napping as an Act of Defiance
I’ve been thinking a lot about defiance lately. Actually, because I’m very much a contrarian at heart, I’m always thinking… Continue reading Repost: Napping as an Act of Defiance
Ending In Divorce: A Vocational Love Story
I’ve been waiting for this day for a long time. The day I say goodbye to my room. We’ve been…
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Songs of Life
Avicii (…I know. Hella way to start a post after being MIA for longer than a Tyler Perry series!) Anyway,… Continue reading Songs of Life
Your Favorite Writer Quotes
After posting My Favorite Writer Quotes last week, I loved the ones submitted in the comments so much that here’s… Continue reading Your Favorite Writer Quotes
Discover Your Perfect Relaxation Method: Embrace Tranquility in These 5 Ways
In the fast-paced world we live in, finding a way to unwind and relax can feel like a challenge. If… Continue reading Discover Your Perfect Relaxation Method: Embrace Tranquility in These 5 Ways
Bad Life Advice I’m Tired Of Hearing
I have a serious beef with some of our tried and true inspirational sayings. It’s bad advice! In fact, I’ve…
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My Favorite Writer Quotes
I think it’s safe to say that writing is the subject that I’ve studied longest. Sure, it started with just… Continue reading My Favorite Writer Quotes
An alternative approach: Using prompts in blogging
How we blog; where our inspiration comes from can be quite a topical discussion. In this post I consider the…
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Feed Your Appetite: An Unintentionally Honest Slogan?
Not that long ago, I found myself stopped at a traffic light, across from a rather pricey development combining shopping… Continue reading Feed Your Appetite: An Unintentionally Honest Slogan?
Embracing Wabi-Sabi: The Beauty of Imperfection in Japanese Culture
Several centuries ago, during the peak of the Japanese autumn, in one of Kyoto’s splendid gardens, a tea master instructed… Continue reading Embracing Wabi-Sabi: The Beauty of Imperfection in Japanese Culture
Repost: Does Anyone Know Where I Left My Car Keys?
I’ve been forgetful lately. I’m talking like, I’ll be in one part of my house, decide that I need something… Continue reading Repost: Does Anyone Know Where I Left My Car Keys?
The Tailor & The Crow
He picked up the scissors again, took a deep breath and tried to relax. With the material stretched firmly between…
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