Have you ever felt that you were meant to do something more? Have you had experiences that, in your mind’s eye, should have been right but come to find that you were upended for some reason? It is wild, but the universe will tell you about the moves you have […]
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No One Wants to Talk About the One Thing We All Will Experience
Death is a taboo subject in many cultures, so much so that some choose not to discuss any aspect until it happens. Death is a 100% guarantee for all of us at some point in life, yet according to a 2022 article in Statisa, in 2018, less than 6% of […]
Read MoreMen’s Mental Health Month: A Perfect Time to Repurpose Grief and Negative Energy
June is the month that Men’s mental health is highlighted. So much data shows the deadly effects of untreated mental health. It not only affects the person going through it, but it also affects everyone around him. According to data from Statista, an article on April 12, 2023, stated, “Since […]
Read MoreGrief and Depression Can Birth Creativity
The cliché “There is a fine line between genius and insanity” is so true. We have seen that fine line produce stars like Michael Phelps, Dwayne Johnson (The Rock), and Steve Harvey. These people are examples of the genius side of creativity. On the other hand, Kate Spade, Robin Williams, […]
Read MoreHuman Nature vs. Human Decision
Human action is always based on making a decision. Sometimes, the decision aligns with human nature; other times, it runs counter. It is either one or the other. Everyone knows a person who drinks too much, and they know they do, but their human decision is to continue because human […]
Read MoreSometimes You Must Die to Live
The article title is derived from a quote I heard by Les Brown. Brown said, “You can’t get out of life alive.” Some people think that their life will be forever and that they can procrastinate on doing what needs to be done in their life span. Procrastination is a […]
Read MoreSome of Our Most Beautiful Gifts Come in “Shitty” Wrapping Paper
Have you ever received a present wrapped up in shopping bag paper and taped together with duct tape? I have. It came in the form of marriage, which appeared to be fantastic on the surface but became a disaster over time. It turned out to be the best gift I […]
Read MoreMaking a Choice to Take the Chance: Either Stay a Fan or Become a Player
People are paid millions of dollars to perform for others. It can be in sports, music, or other entertainment. Onlookers do things like buy their T-shirts, jerseys, or memorabilia. It begs the question, why do we support others but do not believe we have the capability to do the things […]
Read MorePossibility vs. Probablility
Our world is full of unlimited possibilities, but with the wrong mindset, it is also full of unlimited probabilities that allow us to place limits on ourselves. A challenging, tragic, or complex event brings negative probability thinking to the front of our minds. Some create a cognitive biased based on […]
Read MoreGrief Can Make Risk Rewarding
An extreme risk often complicates true reward. This is a big reason why many do not venture down this path. There is a difference, though, between calculated risk and gambling. A calculated risk is not a sure thing by any means, but it is addressed through planning, study, and confidence […]
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