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Category Archives: Getting Along with Each Other
Birthday Thoughts
I recently had another birthday. Up until 2022, my birthday was one of my favorite days of the year. I’d look forward to it for over a month, think about what presents I might get, and usually have some big … Continue reading
Posted in Getting Along with Each Other, Inspirational People
Tagged animals, birthday, Birthday Thoughts, celebration, depression, dog, emotions, friends, frustration, pain, peace, sadness, Sawyer
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Introversion and Extroversion
Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Which one am I? Let’s explore this. First, some definitions. The two most common definitions I see for each word involve either shyness or how one feels after socializing. “Introvert” is usually defined … Continue reading
Posted in Communication, Getting Along with Each Other, Inspirational People, Life Hacks, Personal Freedom, Self-Improvement
Tagged dog, emotional health, emotions, energy, extroversion, Fear, healing, interactions, introversion, Introversion and Extroversion, mental health, Sawyer, socializing, trauma
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Life Buffet
I enjoy a good buffet on occasion. There’s something nice about being able to pick out the food I want, avoid what I don’t want, and choose the portion sizes that work well for me. That buffets are generally self-service … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Getting Along with Each Other, Inspirational People
Tagged 2018, buffet, dog, family, friends, fun, life, Life Buffet, love, memories, Sawyer
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Benefits of Nostalgia
Nostalgia is a powerful thing. I’m convinced it’s so strong because it’s so comforting. Let’s explore that. Some modern adults love toys, games, movies, TV shows, and other things that they enjoyed as kids. For many, those represent good times, … Continue reading
Posted in Communication, Getting Along with Each Other, Great Books, Inspirational People, Life Hacks, Personal Freedom, Self-Improvement
Tagged animals, Benefits of Nostalgia, comfort, dog, growth, learning, Mister Rogers, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, nostalgia, Puppy Makes Mischief, Sawyer, simplicity, stuffed animals, teaching, The Busy World of Richard Scarry
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Humans Are Strange
Humans are strange and unpredictable. I could leave it at that, but, as usual, I have lots more to say. Here we go. So many humans bring drama, hostility, and other kinds of extreme negativity into a situation out of … Continue reading
Posted in Communication, Getting Along with Each Other, Inspirational People
Tagged abuse, dog, Fear, hostility, Humans Are Strange, love, pride, Sawyer, trauma, trust
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The Value of Variety
It’s always fascinating to watch someone who has dedicated a lifetime to one major pursuit. I’ve seen some incredible things from those who’ve given juggling, strength sports, magic, or any other activity the lion’s share of their effort. However, as … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures, Getting Along with Each Other, Inspirational People, Life Hacks, Personal Freedom, Self-Improvement, Swing Dancing
Tagged abilities, balance, card tricks, dog, guilt, hobbies, juggling, regret, Sawyer, skills, swing dancing, talents, The Value of Variety, unicycling, variety
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Frustration, Learning, and Teaching
I often feel frustrated when learning something new, especially when it’s extremely difficult. The trouble I’ve had handling frustration has caused me to quit a number of activities before I ever truly learned them. Over time, I’ve gotten better at … Continue reading
Posted in Communication, Getting Along with Each Other, Inspirational People, Life Hacks, Personal Freedom, Self-Improvement
Tagged abilities, dog, frustration, Frustration Learning and Teaching, juggling, learning, patience, Sawyer, skills, teaching, unicycling
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4 Key Areas of Life
In many cases, getting a few key areas of life together can yield massive boosts in mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Unfortunately, none of these things are generally prioritized in modern society. One or two of them receive attention … Continue reading
Posted in Communication, Getting Along with Each Other, Great Books, Inspirational People, Life Hacks, Personal Freedom, Self-Improvement
Tagged 4 Key Areas of Life, dog, effective communication, emotions, food, health, nutrition, Sawyer, sleep, stress, stress relief, water, Why We Sleep
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