This article demonstrates that we as a species are becoming as dumb as rocks in my opinion. I understand the scourge of violence affecting all corners of society, I get it, but before everyone has a hissy fit over a billboard ad, I ask people to use some common sense, to think, conjure up some …
Late Winter Beauty – March’s ‘Lion’ brings sunny skies
If you live in Central Ontario, you know that winter doesn't really end with the arrival of March. I remember a May 2-4 weekend that was spent looking out the window at a wicked winter storm ravaging newly emerged leaf buds and shocked daffodils. I've learned long ago to enjoy what winter brings, good and …
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For a career that makes you truly happy, find your purpose—not your passion.
As the director of career discovery at a prestigious liberal-arts school, I have the pleasure of working with hundreds of highly accomplished liberal-arts students and recent graduates as they navigate the professional world. When speaking with alums, I find they generally fall into two groups. Some have developed careers that make them feel engaged, challenged,… via …
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Home on the Range: the simple things in life make my day, everyday.
When the challenges and push-back of people start bringing me down, I go out in search of the simple - the reality - of living a good life. For me, this means driving down country roads, past open fields dotted with horses, cows, sheep and other lovely creatures. Yesterday was such a day for me, …
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The Unbusy Manifesto: How to slow down, chill out, and live life more intentionally — Quartz
When did we stop choosing our lives and begin surrendering to them? Half-living each day as a reaction to the constant barrage of never-ending to-do lists, social obligations, work functions, status updates, and more? Pummeled by reactive, autopilot busyness, rather than living life as an expression of who we really are? Of what matters most.… via …
Daily Prompt: Percolate
We all need to take a deep breath, close our eyes, and let percolate in our brains the events of the last few months: election results around the world, icons of music and film taken too soon, struggles and strife, and the continual assault and slaughter of the world's wildlife. Let these and other issues …
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