We spend so much of our lives dreaming—of better circumstances, of recognition, of creative fulfillment. These visions pull us forward through difficult days and uninspired moments. But what happens when a dream transitions from the realm of imagination into reality? How does achievement transform not just our external circumstances, but our internal landscape? This week's … Continue reading Question of the Week #437
Goals
Question of the Week #436
Is there something you've dreamed of doing for a long time but haven't? Why haven't you? Is it better to have dreams that may never come to pass, or to stick with those that can be readily achieved? We all carry dreams inside us. Some are practical and within reach—learning to bake sourdough bread or … Continue reading Question of the Week #436
10 Ways to Stay Motivated on Your Fitness Journey
Embarking on a fitness journey can be both exciting and challenging. Whether you're aiming to shed a few pounds, build muscle, improve your endurance, or simply lead a healthier lifestyle, staying motivated is crucial to your success. As the initial enthusiasm wanes and the daily grind sets in, maintaining your commitment to fitness can become … Continue reading 10 Ways to Stay Motivated on Your Fitness Journey
Day Twenty-Five of the Blogmas
Merry Christmas and welcome back to Blogmas 2023! For Day 25, we are only a week away from bidding farewell to the current year and embark on the adventure that is 2024, it's time to grab a cup of hot apple cider, cozy up, and reflect on the resolutions made in 2023. If your journey … Continue reading Day Twenty-Five of the Blogmas
Some Goals for 2023
I'm not one who typically sets goals for myself at the start of a new year. I'm not a fan of making resolutions. The overwhelming pessimist in me just sees a New Year's resolution as a way to wind up disappointed by the end of February. But I've been thinking about the kind of year … Continue reading Some Goals for 2023
Can I Be Honest?
I'm in a funk... I don't know what it is... I just don't know. I feel like, overall, things have been improving for me recently. I mean, I finally got myself into regular therapy a few months ago. So that's been helpful in revealing a lot of things about myself and figuring out why I've … Continue reading Can I Be Honest?
2020… 2?
Paul, our friendly neighborhood Captain over at The Captain's Speech has nominated me to share my goals for 2022. Yes, he used the word "nominate..." Though, to be honest, I feel like it's more of a challenge. I may only feel that way because I'm not one who enjoys setting goals for myself. I definitely … Continue reading 2020… 2?
Five Years
Where do you see yourself in five years? This is the question that is inevitably asked of every college student at one point or another. Some are asked as rising freshmen. Some are asked as exiting graduates. Many are even asked again once they interview for that job they’ve been working so hard to get. … Continue reading Five Years
Reviewing the Bucket List
I can't believe it, but it's been more than three years since I first decided to post a bucket list to the blog. And, in that time, I've barely looked at the thing to see if I'm making any actual progress. No, I'm not dying. At least, I don't think I am. You never know. … Continue reading Reviewing the Bucket List
To the Future
When I was counseling at the school, I sometimes liked to participate in the therapeutic activities that I got my clients to do. This one time, a few years back, I had the kids write letters to themselves in five years. Looking back, I probably should have said 10 or 15 years. They didn't really … Continue reading To the Future
The Confusing Middle 