It’s been about 5 months now since I deleted Facebook and other social media accounts. I tried MeWe for a while, but discovered I didn’t actually want or need that either, so that recently got deleted too. Do I feel more disconnected now? Do I regret getting off social media?…Continue readingHow Do You Stay Connected?
I’ve been contemplating on my life purpose a lot lately. Why am I here? What’s my purpose in life? Here’s what I’ve come up with so far. I’m here to add more love, laughter, play, joy, pleasure, hope, healing, connection, and creativity into the world. That’s my mission. Bonus objectives…Continue readingLife Purpose
In a Facebook group I’m in, an 18 year old was feeling stressed and worried about school, work, and life. She asked for some advice and encouragement. I remembered being that age and worrying about those same things. I thought about what I’ve learned since then, and what I wish…Continue readingAdvice to My 18-Year-Old Self
You’re wealthy if people like you. I don’t mean “like” as in people-pleasing, approval-seeking, or being a doormat. I mean other people like spending time with you, talking with you, being around you. They enjoy your company. They want you around. You’re a positive influence in their lives. If you…Continue readingReal Wealth
If I’m just being my honest, authentic self and somebody judges or criticizes me about it — that’s on them, not me. Yes, I’m a little weird. I have quirks. I’m a dork. I like being a little playful, silly, eccentric, and goofy at times. I’m totally straight and serious…Continue readingIf Someone Judges You…
So I’m going in for minor surgery tomorrow. Doc expects it’ll be simple and easy. But they may put me under general anesthesia. There’s a 99.9% chance everything will be totally fine, but in the 0.01% chance that I don’t wake up (and sorry if this is morbid; truth is,…Continue readingMy Message
Is there a silent, constant, unconscious question driving you? Deep within your subconscious mind, there may be a question that’s driving you. You may not even be aware of it at all. It’s probably not something you consciously think about much — and yet, it has a powerful influence of your life.…Continue readingShifting to a New Question
It’s 1:26 AM and I can’t fall asleep. I’ve tried meditating. I’ve tried eating a little food. I tried just laying there with my eyes closed. Nope, nada. My brain and body are tired and ready to sleep — but my heart’s nagging me about something. Something I can’t quite…Continue readingDeeper Into the Wilderness
I’m tired of hiding who I am so you can feel more comfortable. Life is full of diversity. I am a part of that diversity. Look out at nature. Clearly, God loves and encourages variety in how life expresses and experiences itself. That includes us humans too, you know. I…Continue readingDiversity
