Drop A Battery

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Drop a battery from six inches off the ground. If it bounces once and falls over, it’s still good. If it bounces around more than that, it’s dead or on its way out.

Ep 49. A Ready Smile

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One of the best feelings in the world is when you see a loved one and you see their face light up as they share a signature smile meant just for you. A simple smile can feel you right up with warm fuzzies. And if you get a hug too, whoa baby. It’s magic.

Ep 48. Dendrochronology

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I’ve been thinking about trees and their rings and how this record of the life of a tree is literally written inside them. And the truth is human bodies keep a record too…the lives we live are written all over us.

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If Someone Gives You A Great Gift

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If someone gives you a great gift, take a photo of yourself enjoying/using it and send it to them. Sometimes that speaks louder than simply saying thanks.

Turn All Your Hangers Backwards

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At the beginning of the year, take a minute to turn all your hangers backwards. When you wear anything, turn it back. In six months you’ll see everything you don’t wear. Unless you have a reason to save it, donate it.

Ep 46. Routine vs. Ritual

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A small lightning bolt of inspiration struck my mind and my heart as I contemplated these weaknesses. You need to transform your routines into rituals. The thought literally bowled me over and I had to sit down on my couch to wonder at the idea.

Write Down Exactly How You Feel

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Difficult emotions: anger, sadness, worry, or shame, etc. use up a lot of energy and brain power. Rather than letting them take over, write down exactly how you feel. Get it all out, then crumple up the paper and throw it in the trash.

Ep 45. Reflections…2021

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This episode is about personal reflections. I’ll be pondering on lessons I’ve learned in 2021, the impressions that left their mark on my mind, my heart, and how I’ll use them to pave the way forward.