“Interaction with others opens up new and exciting possibilities. Meeting people stimulates our minds, gives us energy, leads to more new encounters and infinitely expands our life and our world.” Daisaku Ikeda Let’s talk about the back to the office debate. I am noticing article after article about the positives and negatives of going backContinue reading “A social dilemma.”
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Imagination vacation.
“Some people see things as they are and say “Why?” I dream things that never were, and say “Why not?” George Bernard Shaw Imagine a life without imagination. Hmmmm…… wrap your head around that sucker for a minute. But stick with me. We often talk about daydreamers as though they are flaky. Flighty. Head inContinue reading “Imagination vacation.”
Gratitude schmatitude.
“A ship is safe in harbor, but that is not what a ship was built for.” William H Shedd There has been a lot of positive meme’s and quotes and images out there over this past year. One of the most common that I have seen and read is to be grateful for what weContinue reading “Gratitude schmatitude.”
Alcohol.
“Feelings are just visitors, let them come and go.” Mooji This past week I have had two people I care about have to go to the bedside of someone close to them because they are sick or dying from alcoholism. And it hurts my heart. Not only for my friends but for their loved onesContinue reading “Alcohol.”
I miss wearing lipstick.
“In all affairs it’s a healthy thing now and then to hang a question mark on the things you have long taken for granted.” Bertrand Russell What is normal? Today. What is normal? I honestly don’t even know anymore. Most days I feel like nothing has really changed. I still go out. I still shop.Continue reading “I miss wearing lipstick.”
A clear vision on a foggy day.
“Writing is an extreme privilege but it’s also a gift. It’s a gift to yourself and it’s a gift of giving a story to someone.” Amy Tan What inspires you? What is your goal? What is it that you truly want out of life? I get tired of these questions. We read books that motivateContinue reading “A clear vision on a foggy day.”
From the inside looking out.
“There is nothing more freeing and empowering than learning to like your own company.” Mandy Hale So pretend for a minute that you have to self-isolate. Many have done it over the past year. If you haven’t, think for a minute on what you would do. How do I cope with just me, myself andContinue reading “From the inside looking out.”
I wish a bear was chasing me.
“It all begins and ends in your mind. What you give power to, has power over you, if you allow it.” Unknown A couple weeks ago I had a bad dream. I nightmare actually. I woke up shaking and afraid. It has taken me awhile to figure out how to write about it and moreContinue reading “I wish a bear was chasing me.”
I have not changed.
“People don’t change at their core. If you’re a good person, you’re a good person. What changes is our behavior.” Karrine Steffans Do people change? I have asked myself this question many times. Deep down, I don’t believe that they do. I don’t believe that a good person can become bad. I don’t believe thatContinue reading “I have not changed.”
Unexpected forks.
“Life is full of surprises and serendipity. Being open to unexpected turns in the road is an important part of success. If you try to plan every step, you may miss those wonderful twists and turns. Just find your next adventure – do it well, enjoy it – and then, not now, think about whatContinue reading “Unexpected forks.”
