The Art of Checking In With Yourself
For 20 years, my wife was my reality check. When she left, I lost my mirror. Now, 552 days into living alone, I have to perform my own daily audits to make sure I haven’t disappeared.
Overthinking
Identifying and trying to break free from the exhausting mental loops of overthinking when life gets a bit too heavy.
Something I’ve Been Noticing About Being Busy
I caught myself rushing through my morning walk, calculating how soon I could start being “productive.” Even my free time felt like something I had to justify. When did being busy become a badge of honor?
My Struggle with Using AI for Blogging
We are constantly told that AI is the ultimate shortcut for content creation. But what happens when you actually want your writing to sound like you? Here is a look at the addictive promise of AI, and the glaring “AI tells” to avoid.
What’s Your Quality Time These Days?
Quality time means different things to us at different ages. This is what quality time looks like in my 50s and how it’s changed from my younger years. Solitude has …
When 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.
Why 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.
