Common things to one generation are sometimes a mystery to the next. — While driving my son to his friend's house recently we entered into a time warp. The bright, glaring Las Vegas sun was nearly blinding me and the measly flip-down visor on the driver's side did nothing to ease the burn. I noticed that my kid was not having the same…

Skillfully influence the world around you — starting now. — Have you noticed there are certain people that you just can’t help but like? I bet you those people are actively manipulating the outcomes of their interactions with you, and they may not even be aware of it. People are amazing. Humans are intricate animals with special cognitive abilities. We…

Number 5 is frightening because unnoticed rituals can harm the mind — Parenting is a whirlwind of joy, chaos, and never-ending lessons. As moms and dads seek ways to navigate the complexities of modern life, the power of crypto emerges as a game-changer. It's fascinating to compare and contrast the advantages of the crypto world versus the traditional cash-based approach. …

A modern twist on Socratic thinking exercises — I learned by conversing with toddlers My son and niece are very close in age so when they were toddlers it was non-stop laughs. It was always hilarious to nudge them toward philosophical moments and deep thinking. I always loved watching their cute little facial expressions as they invented their own ideas. Chubby cheeks seem even…

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One minute I share how easy it is to be happy and the next I am wallowing in deep despair because I have forgotten how the hell to write. My headlines of late tell a very odd story, and I think it's worth sharing this comical blip in my personal…

If given the chance would I do more? — Hardly faced anyone since invisible ailments took our routines Ugly is my new pretty Annoyed is my new engaged Sad is my new happy I pretend on occasion to still be myself but I am stifled I am worn I am hopeless sometimes Selfish Greedy Poor Unkempt Forgotten Tolerated and…

Men used to be rewarded for sleeping around while women were shamed for the same but now there are totally new teams in the game. — Remember the days when a man was revered as a stud if he went home with a girl from the bar? People would hoot and holler and pat the backs of their fellow womanizers. …

A time-tested shortcut to a more profound existence. — We forget what happiness feels like Happiness is this fleeting promise, so vague in its own definition. Call it joy, contentment, or satisfaction if you like those words better. Happiness describes a state of being, and it is not something that comes without work. The same is true for the state of unhappiness. …