We started a tradition a few years back. Going for a hike on the first day of the year seemed… Read more The Hike of Struggle
Heavy (Wo)rd Food
So, it’s been a while since I have posted anything that others could read and somehow it feels a little… Read more Heavy (Wo)rd Food
Anxiety of the New Normal
Sitting in the parking lot of the gym I’ve come to love, I felt my chest tightening, my heart and… Read more Anxiety of the New Normal
Finding the Way Back from Rock Bottom
For many, to say this time has been stressful is an understatement. There are people dealing with loss; the loss… Read more Finding the Way Back from Rock Bottom
Shouldering the Weight of the World
I’ve found myself on an emotional roller-coaster lately. I keep thinking this is all just a bad dream and I’ll… Read more Shouldering the Weight of the World
Crappy COVID-19 Situation-How to Stay Calm During the Chaos
…don’t be a jerk and wipe stores out of all the toilet paper. Buy what you need and leave some for the rest of us. Otherwise, you might be seeing blogs from me in a few weeks with innovative alternatives to 2-ply.
Valentine Gifts She Actually Wants – They aren’t what you think!
Ahhh, Valentine’s Day. The day when men all around the world panic, at the last minute, to find the perfect… Read more Valentine Gifts She Actually Wants – They aren’t what you think!
When Plans Fail Things Still Work Out
By the age of 24, I was supposed to be a lawyer and run a non-profit legal firm. Oh yeah… Read more When Plans Fail Things Still Work Out
What is on your Internal Playlist?
What things do you tell yourself repeatedly? It’s the playlist that is stuck on repeat in your head. The things… Read more What is on your Internal Playlist?
The ‘Wall’ called “Close, but not too Close”
I mentioned previously that I had been in a funk. A couple weeks ago someone asked me an innocent question… Read more The ‘Wall’ called “Close, but not too Close”
Alter Ego Identity Crisis
This may make me seem a little crazy, but I have to tell you that I have several alter egos.… Read more Alter Ego Identity Crisis
Why the laundry can wait, but taking a bubble bath cannot…
I’ve been in a funk this past week. I’ve been working trying to work through something. Man old habits are… Read more Why the laundry can wait, but taking a bubble bath cannot…
You Can Be Whoever You Want, Except for Gal Gadot…
You can be whoever you want to be, except of course for Gal Gadot. Really though, it’s up to you… Read more You Can Be Whoever You Want, Except for Gal Gadot…
20/20 Mantra (aka. Resolution)
Why do New Year’s resolutions typically fail? Short answer: A lack of planning. I, like many others have made countless… Read more 20/20 Mantra (aka. Resolution)
Does Your Self-Worth Have You Wearing Holey Underwear?
I’m only slightly ashamed to admit it, but I am 100% guilty of wearing holey underwear. Not just once or… Read more Does Your Self-Worth Have You Wearing Holey Underwear?
Gifts that Keep Giving
On a whim, I decided to rearrange the furniture. My curious toddler almost immediately afterwards started bumping into doors that… Read more Gifts that Keep Giving
Make it Meaningless
Ever feel like you didn’t have control of things? Maybe it was things that were happening. Perhaps it was something… Read more Make it Meaningless
Help Others, Help Yourself
Many studies suggest some of the benefits of giving back are increased happiness, life satisfaction, length of life, heart health,… Read more Help Others, Help Yourself
My First Blog Post
Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken. — Oscar Wilde. This is the first post on my new blog. I’m… Read more My First Blog Post
Finding Clarity During Chaos & How to Help
Life is overwhelming sometimes. I have realized though that I have gravely misunderstood a common adage, “you’ll never be given… Read more Finding Clarity During Chaos & How to Help