Every post from OldDogZeroTricks in one place – the raw, the real, and the stuff we rarely admit out loud. This is the blog.
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December 23, 2025Apex Legends at This Age
I chose the username “OldDogZeroTricks” as a warning to my teammates. It means expect enthusiasm, not miracles. Here is why I still play chaotic shooter games at 57, even with slower reflexes.CONTINUE READING -
December 23, 2025How Do You Balance Your Time When A Passion Won’t Let Go?
After five hours of digging sweet potatoes, I did not rest. I went straight to the computer. It is not discipline. It is a pull. Here is how I handle a passion that refuses to let go.CONTINUE READING -
December 23, 2025Are You Mentally Healthy or Just Good at Coping?
You show up for work and smile at the right times. But inside, your mind is racing. This is the dangerous gap between looking fine and actually being fine.CONTINUE READING -
February 4, 2026Lost in a Care Home – Dementia
My mum never fed the dog from the table. When I heard my dad softly correct her over the phone, I knew something was wrong. I didn’t see what was creeping in until it was too late.CONTINUE READING -
March 4, 2026When Nothing Else Works, Put On Music
When overthinking kicks in and your mood drops, you’ve probably tried scrolling, snacking, or analyzing your way out of it. Here’s my simple reminder to just turn up some music. I’ve added a current Spotify playlist, too.CONTINUE READING -
February 9, 2026Why We Keep Chasing What Doesn’t Fit
Have you ever caught yourself working toward a job, a goal, or a relationship that feels off? I’ve spent years watching myself chasing the wrong things just because I thought I “should.” Here is what I’m learning about why we do this.CONTINUE READING -
December 23, 2025What’s Your Quality Time These Days?
Quality time means different things to us at different ages. This is what quality time looks like inCONTINUE READING -
March 2, 2026More Goodbyes Than Hellos
My student of 20 years, my boss’s father, my former roommates – the list is growing. As I prepare to move back to the UK, I’m realizing there’s less future than there used to be. But seeing other people’s chapters close is a blunt reminder not to waste what’s left of mine.CONTINUE READING -
December 23, 2025I Secretly Want a Makeover
The Quiet Longing for Renewal They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but what aboutCONTINUE READING -
February 7, 2026I Switched To a Cheap Phone and Have Zero Regrets
After years of chasing $800 smartphones that promised the world, I bought the cheapest phone I could findCONTINUE READING -
December 24, 2025Five Basics I Keep Forgetting: What Actually Keeps Me Steady
The Simple Things That Aren’t So Simple There are five things that keep this old dog functioning well,CONTINUE READING -
December 23, 2025Late Bites and Action Flicks: Wisdom from Unexpected Places
The Wisdom of Closing the Kitchen Early They say a healthy body keeps the mind sharp. At 57,CONTINUE READING