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In Or Out?
Men seek for seclusion in the wilderness, by the seashore, or in the mountains – a dream you have cherished only too fondly yourself. But such fancies are wholly unworthy of a philosopher, since at any moment you can choose to retire within yourself. Nowhere…
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Peace In Our Time
During this time of isolation and retreat while in a pandemic, there is also loneliness and distraction. OR, it is a time for mindfulness and reflection, like modern monks. I am choosing not to retreat into despair but it hasn’t been easy. There were too…
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Tsundoku
Tsundoku? It is a Japanese word for all the unread book piles waiting to be read. Since distractions are limited, now is the time to reduce that pile. After a quick glance at the digital pile, it seems like I am on focused on a…
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Reminders (Wuhan Virus Edition)
Human brains are fantastic. We can process the stress of a pandemic and we can find creativity and beauty during a pandemic. Remembering what I said I would do if I had the time to do it in. Well, now is the time. Turn that…
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Ramble On
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What If I Am Wrong?
“It’s not the existence of beliefs that is the problem, but what happens to us when we hold them rigidly, without examining them, when we presume the absolutely centrality of our views and become disdainful of others.” –Faith: Trusting Your Own Deepest Experience I was…
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Thought Control
“Ultimately, the only way to truly be in control of your life is to be in control of your thoughts.” – Somebody
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Look Out
The window that is
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Nutty Buddies
While working from the home office I’ve had the chance to shoot squirrels. They were just as curious about me as I was of them.
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Apple Books vs Amazon Kindle
I have never owned a dedicated reading tablet such as a Kindle. Thankfully, Amazon has created the Kindle app that can be used on every device. Using this app for years on both the Android and iOS platforms has been great because my purchases have…
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Mobile Devices
As everyone who partakes in this activity already knows, walking is the easiest exercise around. It improves the body and mind equally. Until martial law is enforced, walking is still available to those of us not wanting to stay indoors. But why wait for a…
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Routine Maintenance
While a pandemic is going on during the few weeks before Holy Week it is starting to feel like Lent around here. The forced discipline of slowing down and stepping away does have its benefits though. Self-care Because a lot of my external inspiration such…
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4/4 Check In (Wuhan Virus Edition)
On 2/2 I began my year long journey to create life long habits for myself and throw in some fun intentions as well. The plan is to check in every month to monitor my progress. How did I do since my last check in on…
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Better All The Time
I know I feel better after reading a good book, practicing meditation, conversations, a good nap and some contemplative writing. Who needs a pandemic?
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COVIDiot