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The Magic of Boundaries

I’d like to talk a bit about boundaries. This subject has been in the back of my mind ever since I read Boundaries by John Townsend and Henry Cloud. While I reviewed it shortly after reading it, my appreciation for … Continue reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

Folks who cross my path tend to ask me the same questions repeatedly. I’ve grown tired of answering them, even when they’re simple questions. As such, I decided to make a page of frequently asked questions. Whether by sending someone … Continue reading

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Choosing Emotions?

You can’t choose your emotions. Bold statement, I know. Yet I felt compelled to write about this since so many people believe that you can choose how you feel. Here’s my take on this. Even though some see emotions and … Continue reading

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Too Much Self-Care?

I wake up before the sun And go back to sleep until sunrise is done Then it’s time for all the things Like oils and mantras and a bell that dings A few hours of breathwork to make me feel … Continue reading

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How Would You Treat a Teddy Bear?

How would you treat a teddy bear? This is something I often wonder when I think about my stuffed animals and how others would react to them. Beyond that, I see it applying to many other areas of life for … Continue reading

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Life, Time, Opportunities, and Regrets

For at least the last four years, I’ve spent lots of time thinking about how fleeting everything in life is. Plenty of things that seem like they’ll always be around can vanish in a short time. Afterward, it can be … Continue reading

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Don’t Bring Me Your Problems as a Matter of Course

Don’t bring me your problems as a matter of course And talk about your woes until your voice becomes hoarse And certainly don’t start complaining away Before you’ve even made sure that I’m feeling okay I don’t want to hear … Continue reading

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2026 Mid-Year Goal Check-in

Since it’s about halfway through 2026, I figured I’d check in to see how my goals for this year are going so far. This always lets me see which ones are on track and which could use some improvement. Here’s … Continue reading

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Tribute to Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress

Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress was one of my favorite attractions at Disney World. The past tense is necessary here as it just closed down at the end of Independence Day weekend. I feel extremely sad about this as that … Continue reading

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A Wonderful Disney Trip

Last weekend, I had yet another trip to Disney World. Unlike previous trips in which I attended the same park for multiple days, this one featured a different park on both days. It was lovely and also heartbreaking. I’ll give … Continue reading

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