Category Archives: Personal Freedom

Control

Posted on March 16, 2019 by admin

I’ve read several books on persuasion and they’ve helped me protect myself against unwanted influence from other people. I’m still not great at saying no, but I’m a lot better at it than I used to be. However, I’ve noticed … Continue reading →

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Unplugging

Posted on March 15, 2019 by admin

I’m just old enough to remember what life was like before cell phones became ubiquitous and the internet was THE place to be nearly 24/7. However, I’m also young enough to have fallen into the trap of spending way too … Continue reading →

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A Few Reminders

Posted on March 14, 2019 by admin

Although I’m framing all of these reminders in the second person, if anything, I’m writing them for myself because I need to keep them in mind. I know my struggles inside and out but I don’t know yours. Still, I … Continue reading →

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People Pleasing

Posted on March 13, 2019 by admin

Within the past year (and especially the past month), I’ve realized that I’ve spent most of my life being a people pleaser. Overall, I’ve been hesitant to speak or act differently from those around me, and I’ve done a lot … Continue reading →

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The Power of Forgiveness

Posted on March 12, 2019 by admin

Forgiveness is something we all hear about from a young age, but what exactly is it and what is its purpose? I don’t have all the answers to those questions but I have some thoughts about them that I’d like … Continue reading →

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Hard Reset

Posted on March 8, 2019 by admin

Two nights ago, I did my usual healing meditation right before bed. The meditation focuses on bringing up troublesome events, situations, and thoughts before releasing them fully and completely. And, since it’s guided, I have someone walking me through it … Continue reading →

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Review of Tools of Titans

Posted on March 6, 2019 by admin

Tools of Titans is a great book that contains a ton of useful information. Author Tim Ferriss interviewed over a hundred people with unusual life stories (athletes, health enthusiasts, business people, writers, actors, etc) to learn what they did to … Continue reading →

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My Best Life Hacks

Posted on March 4, 2019 by admin

I’ve written a lot about life hacks and I decided to make a post of the best ones I use on a regular basis. This post can double as a quick-reference guide that anyone can use as needed and a … Continue reading →

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Zoom In

Posted on March 2, 2019 by admin

I’ve written about how zooming out helps me relax and center myself when I’m feeling overwhelmed with negative thoughts about myself. In other situations, I’ll find myself stuck thinking about negative things that are going on in the world. When … Continue reading →

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My First Float in a Sensory Deprivation Tank

Posted on February 28, 2019 by admin

Last night, I floated for the first time in a sensory deprivation tank. This is an enclosed tub full of salt water and magnesium that suspends you effortlessly in a dark, quiet place. I’ve known about them for most of … Continue reading →

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