My yearlong blogging challenge is officially over. It was loads of work, but it was successful and truly life-changing in many good ways. I stuck to my schedule and published a new Thoughts on the Good Life blog article every week on Monday by 8 […]
The book I’m currently writing is a how-to book about painting holiday windows. It’s my 2019 New Year’s Resolution and my 365-Day Personal Challenge to finish this book and put it on the market. In my blog this week, I’ll share some details on the […]
It’s chilly and rainy, and the days keep getting shorter and darker. So it’s that time of year when it’s extra important to be good to yourself. There are many ways to cultivate some metaphorical sunshine while it’s cold outside. What are some of your […]
“The Power of Now” is a philosophical guide to attaining spiritual enlightenment by living fully in the present moment. The author, Eckhart Tolle, points out that it’s easy to get distracted by the past, the future, and the constant chatter of our minds. But he […]
I keep my work email inbox totally empty. I promptly handle, file, and archive every message. I’ve been doing this for 4.5 years, and I love this system. My personal email inboxes are another story. The situation is a hot mess. Right now, I have […]
Yoga is a pleasant thing to do every day. All the stretching and strengthening this month has improved my sciatica situation. Although I’m not pain free, I have less pain. I’m grateful for the improvement! I’ve been doing small bursts of yoga and targeted exercises […]
As the days get shorter, getting abundant sleep is the very best way to feel healthy and avoid sickness, in my opinion. I’ll bet most people agree. Experts say the benefits of sleep are plentiful: greater daytime alertness, better physical health, improved odds of longevity, […]
What makes some companies, governments, and families stable, visionary, and successful for decades and even centuries? That’s a question I’ve considered many times. The business book “Built to Last” provides answers to that question, and here’s the crux of their findings: “The only truly reliable source […]
My challenge this month is to do yoga every day. I walk a lot for exercise, but I would like the extra strength and flexibility yoga provides. I’ve done a lot of yoga in the past, but not much lately. I’ve had back issues ever […]
My lovable little son is almost 2.5-years-old now. He’s rapidly developing and saying charming 1-liners every day. I want to remember my little man’s early days as vividly as possible. The next 5 years are sure to be a neat time. That’s why I’ve decided […]
