Category Archives: Self-Improvement

Realizations From Recent Solitude

Posted on October 2, 2024 by admin

I often forget how comfortable I feel alone. So much of my weeks feature such frequent human interactions that I get used to feeling slightly run down almost constantly. Whenever I get lots of time to myself, as I’ve experienced … Continue reading →

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An Unforgettable High School Experience

Posted on September 11, 2024 by admin

I recently started reminiscing about an experience in high school that I’ll never forget. The event I’m about to describe brought everyone closer together through genuineness and love. While I don’t remember all the details because of how long ago … Continue reading →

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Reciprocity: My Elusive Goal

Posted on August 21, 2024 by admin

There are two similar concepts described in two wonderful books. In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey covers what he calls the emotional bank account. Gary Chapman talks about his idea of the love tank in The … Continue reading →

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7 Books for Life

Posted on August 7, 2024 by admin

I spent a few years working on a book about effective communication. There were also some parts about healthy emotional management and mindfulness. I had such high hopes that it would inspire many to do things differently and offer guidance … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Story Life

Posted on July 17, 2024 by admin

A Christmas Story is one of my favorite Christmas movies. For anyone who hasn’t seen it, here’s a brief overview. A kid named Ralphie desperately wants a BB gun for Christmas and goes to great lengths to convince others that … Continue reading →

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Prepare for Peace

Posted on July 3, 2024 by admin

“If you want peace, prepare for war.” That is a fairly popular quote based on a similar sentiment expressed by Publius Vegetius Renatus. Despite its popularity, I see some problems with it. Here’s my take on the phrase. By itself, … Continue reading →

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4 Useful Realizations

Posted on June 26, 2024 by admin

Things have been going wonderfully overall for me lately. Along with that have been some interesting realizations. Here are some of them.

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Why I Love Routines

Posted on June 12, 2024 by admin

This past weekend was weird. Each day featured something upsetting, whether big or small. Since there were plenty of good things surrounding the upsetting things, it turned out to be an ok weekend. Still, it reminded me of the critically … Continue reading →

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Two Different Responses

Posted on June 5, 2024 by admin

For as long as I can remember, I have gotten in trouble for making the exact same kinds of jokes that others have gotten praised for making. Someone known for saying blunt, often cruel things will make a joke at … Continue reading →

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Self-Care Through Beard Care

Posted on May 29, 2024 by admin

Although I’ve had a full beard since late 2016 and sported a few full beards before then, it’s only recently that I’ve gotten interested in proper beard care. What I didn’t expect to find here was a connection between beard … Continue reading →

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