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The Problems Manifesto

November 21, 2021November 23, 2021 Stef P.Leave a comment

Like anyone, I have a lot of problems. I solve problems all day every day, mostly for work, but sometimes personal problems too. How to get insurance companies to pay claims. How to get people to attend my meetings. How to meet deadlines. I get really into my problems; there is all kinds of self-righteous… Continue reading The Problems Manifesto

Life

A Tempest in a Teapot

October 2, 2021October 8, 2021 Stef P.Leave a comment

The mind can be a terrible place. The chorus of thoughts running through our heads can be abusive, needling, relentless, and cruel. “My partner must not reciprocate my love, how dare they act like that.” “The cat didn’t eat well this morning, they must be dying.” “Does my best friend love me back?” “My boss… Continue reading A Tempest in a Teapot

Meditation

Serving the Silver Liger

September 26, 2021October 8, 2021 Stef P.2 Comments

Sam Harris has these great lessons on his app (highly recommended) that cover a range of ways you can be a happier and more mindful person. One of my favorites is, “Don’t Meditate Because It’s Good for You.” This lesson makes a lot of good points – that the science, for instance, asserting that meditation… Continue reading Serving the Silver Liger

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