The Funk

Working from home, I have two things on my plate but I can't seem to start them. Instead, I'm shopping for the perfect gym bag with some recent birthday money. Wait, have I done Wordle today? I think I need another cup of coffee. Dammit, why can't I get started!?! Pretty soon the workday is … Continue reading The Funk →

Practicing Philosophy – An Example

On December 15, 2021, a lot of our country was ransacked by storms. According to one source, there were 43 confirmed tornadoes in Iowa. It just so happened that we were traveling back to Iowa from Seattle that day with a stopover in Denver. One of the tenets of Stoicism is premeditatio malorum, which requires … Continue reading Practicing Philosophy – An Example →

The Time is Now

We're beginning to feel soft and sluggish in this holiday season with grand plans of becoming hard and sharp in the new year. In the meantime, we have the excuse that it isn't 2022 yet. So, we wallow some more in our cushy and cloudy ways, following the same recipe as the year before. And … Continue reading The Time is Now →

Gratitude

On most days I dedicate a small amount of time reflecting on the previous day and preparing my mind for the day in front of me. I am usually writing in my journal during this reflection time about the previous day's significant events. Sometimes, to force myself into a grateful frame of mind, I will … Continue reading Gratitude →

Live Creatively

Today is National Live Creative Day, a great day to review and reassess how you bring creativity into your life and culture your creative side. Originally, I thought this meant that I would have to paint, draw, sculpt, or write poetry, songs, or novels. While all these are great ways to harness your creativity, there … Continue reading Live Creatively →