The Thoughts We Keep to Ourselves

Slow Beats Fast: Finding Peace in Life’s Slower Lanes

Dog handler is walking slowly with his obedient Magyar Vizsla dog by his side

In recent years, I’ve stepped away from the relentless pursuit of speed, reassessing what brings fulfillment. After significant life changes, I made a few adjustments. What pace guides your days now, and did you switch gears for any reason?

Five Basics I Keep Forgetting: What Actually Keeps Me Steady

middle-aged man relaxing at home listening to music

There are five non-negotiable daily basics that keep this old dog functioning well—sleep, movement, connection, nourishment, and stillness. I’m honest about the challenge of finding balance after 50 and the reality of 7-Eleven living.

Late Bites and Action Flicks: Wisdom from Unexpected Places

An apple and glass of water in the kitchen at night.

Simple changes made farming in brutal heat manageable—different sauce, natural onigiri, nothing past 8 PM. My body felt more efficient, my mind calmer in the mornings. Body basics might be the foundation for mental peace. What small change could help you?