Reality check - we don't really get to take care of ourselves, and we don't deliberately get to take care of ourselves, enough. This post won't be about getting a massage, scheduling some free …
Go Through It, Embrace The Suck
Back when I was a teacher in the mountains, there were times when I had to visit the students at their homes. I had to go through a lot just to do that. Why? These were the boondocks we're …
What People Really Expect From You
As a teenager, I looked for approval everywhere. I wanted to meet what people expected from me. So I did what people said, and said what people wanted to hear. In the hopes of making people …
Don’t Keep The Following Locked
I already had keys, and I still got locked out of the house. Now, my parent's house doesn't have a Fort Knox-esque security system, but my mother is pretty uptight about security at the house, …
What Advice Can Rob You Of
In this life of mine, I've received and given a fair share of advice, and you know what? There are many times when that doesn't turn out so well. When I give advice, it's with the best of …
5 Things To Let Go Of
When I first started to travel, the constant advice for me was to pack light. And as I went around carrying my backpack, I realize that it was easier for me to travel with a lot less riding on my …