The fact is, we each need that struggle if we are to get better. And what is the point of life if not to improve everyday.
One of the biggest mistakes in my life is viewing it linearly. X decision leads to Y outcome which eventually becomes Z. It’s why I went to college. With my linear thinking I believed that without a college degree, I couldn’t possibly have a good career and thus would not have a fulfilling life. Six …
Our story begins in a catholic high school. Ironically, the closest place to heaven for me and hell for Troy. It’s funny, I haven’t thought much about high school despite the fond memories I have of it. Unfortunately for Troy, I think this is the opposite case due in large part to his bipolar disorder. …
Let’s not complicate things. Oh but we are so good at that, aren’t we? Just look at what our culture deems as important. Possessions over experiences. Money over time. Sex over love. We love to complicate things; so much so that a show about getting rid of excess and living more simply became a blockbuster …
We can’t control the flow of life. I can’t avoid the mistakes I’ll eventually make. I can only control the building and erosion of the riverbanks, the bad habits, the things that consistently make life harder for me. The good news is once we realize that, the flow of life widens and opens up new streams, new opportunities for growth and love.
Fallen leaves engulf the city’s byways, Is this what I get for doing things my way? Autumn colors as far as I can view, Why can’t I stop thinking of you? Rose tinted cheeks and colored sweaters, Am I ever going to feel better? Children playing in the leaves; one yells out “hold me”, So …
If your life is not full of challenges and obstacles that push you outside your comfort zone, you are leading an unfulfilled life. Read that again. Too often in my own life, I settle into situations that are comfortable to me. Each time, however, I also feel unfulfilled. I feel that I missed out on …
Yes we die, but who we are today could remain with someone for as long as they live.
My friends and acquaintances always tell me this but I feel it’s rarely genuine. Why? Well because there are a million other ways to say this. · I’m getting dinner tonight, care to join? · Hey! Sorry for the random call, I just wanted to see what you were …
We talked about how you can gain the attention of audiences through Instagram, but what do you do with their attention once you have it? Sure, you can take them to your website and go for the quick sale. But that only creates a quick purchase and we are looking for something more. A fan. …