I often come away from a social interaction and think “I feel like they are mad/irritated/annoyed by me” and then … More
Category: authenticity
On a forced, performative life vs an organic life.
We should really consider the magic that is recognizing people’s vibes and energy without the performance. What does that entail? … More
On Alcohol’s part in my play.
I feel like alcohol stunted my growth as a person. I could have been growing-finding other hobbies to pursue-using that … More
On activities that remain novel.
No matter how often I do them, there are some activities in my life, which have never lost their appeal … More
On people thinking about you.
People often will tell you that others are not thinking about you. But aren’t they? I think about others all … More
On anticipation.
The anticipation. The waiting: elongated to the degree you initiated the thought. The event; the reality. What’s the best part? … More
On becoming 40.
I have never declared 40 is old. Or most other ages. All the while, many people profess they are “old” … More
Don’t suffer. Live life!
Choosing to suffer on purpose in order to gain credit had become America’s favorite hobby but I’m seeing a new … More
Transparency over People-Pleasing
Transparency is super difficult when you are a people pleaser. It takes remarkable fortitude to say how you really feel … More
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