It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. It was life. It was beautiful. Even when it wasn’t, it was. Does that even make sense? Let me explain. As Charles Dickens famously opened A Tale of Two Cities in 1859: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of … Continue reading It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times: A Life of Gratitude Through the Storms
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Day Two of Round Two: Embracing the 7-40 Challenge with Heart and Purpose
Good evening, friends! Welcome to Day Two of Round Two of my 7-40 Challenge journey. I’ve been turning this challenge over in my mind, examining it from every angle like a kid inspecting a shiny new toy. I’m digging into the benefits, sizing up the potential pitfalls, and finding my footing as I go. As … Continue reading Day Two of Round Two: Embracing the 7-40 Challenge with Heart and Purpose
Round 2 of the 7-40 Challenge: Day 1 – Embracing the Journey of Change
Hey there, friends! Welcome to Round 2 of the 7-40 Challenge. I’m David, your host for this 40-day adventure of growth and transformation. Today is Day 1, and I’m pumped to kick things off with renewed focus and a few tweaks to make this round even more meaningful. Let’s dive in and talk about what’s … Continue reading Round 2 of the 7-40 Challenge: Day 1 – Embracing the Journey of Change
Conquering the 7-40 Challenge: Reflections, Revelations, and a Roadmap Forward
Forty days ago, I embarked on a journey I call the 7-40 Challenge—a personal quest to build discipline, achieve goals, and transform my daily habits through seven focused actions. Today, on day 40, I’m pausing to celebrate a milestone that feels both monumental and humbling. Five weeks of relentless consistency have taught me lessons I’ll … Continue reading Conquering the 7-40 Challenge: Reflections, Revelations, and a Roadmap Forward
What Happens When You Force Your Brain to Sit Still for 5 Minutes? Spoiler: Chaos Ensues
Hey there, fellow overthinkers and perpetual doers. If you’re anything like me, the idea of “doing nothing” for even a few minutes sounds like a cruel joke. But that’s exactly what I stumbled into while diving into Suleika Jaouad’s The Book of Alchemy. This gem of a book packs 100 daily essays and prompts designed … Continue reading What Happens When You Force Your Brain to Sit Still for 5 Minutes? Spoiler: Chaos Ensues
