Read more about the article A little bit of selfcare goes a long way
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A little bit of selfcare goes a long way

Both the boys went to school today and that's a good thing. The weather is cooler and Emmett's school is back open once again. I'm currently waiting for Elliott to be dismissed and then I get to drive across town to retrieve Emmett. I'm in a weird mood today and I'm not sure why. I feel like I slept okay last night but I'm just sorta dragging today. This is the first day sincey surgery that I've felt pretty good. The pain and discomfort has been minimal today. Everything is healing up nicely and I was feeling so good that I made it to the gym this morning after the kids went to school. I just did cardio today. I'm very aware of my current limitations and the treadmill is…

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August 31, 2021
Read more about the article In pain but staying positive
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In pain but staying positive

It's been a pretty good day, all things considered. I got a lot accomplished and I feel good about that. I've been in a decent amount of pain today and it's gotten worse as the day wears on. Have you ever experienced pain that just sorta made you nauseated? That's how I'm feeling at the moment. I've been through far worse but this still kinda sucks. I'm so impressed by my kids because they are all doing so well under the circumstances. Everyone is being extra helpful and I really appreciate that. I'm so grateful for all their help. Next week I will begin recording again. There are some important topics that I hope will be of benefit. At this point, I'm taking on COVID, self-care, stuff specifically geared for…

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August 27, 2021
Read more about the article I’m more than the sum of my flaws
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I’m more than the sum of my flaws

I'm sitting here today sorta going through the highlights of my last 43 years of life. I'm going to be very honest and say that my life feels like it's been a mixed bag, but I think that's how life is realistically supposed to be. There are highs and lows throughout this journey, and our job is to ride the waves. I feel like I've done that for the most part. So much has happened during my 42nd year and it's helped mold me into the man I currently am. I want to look back on some of the changes that have occurred in my life and remember the what those experiences have taught me. I'd even like to glance forward and see what 43 will have to offer. There…

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August 25, 2021
Read more about the article Should You Send Your Kids To College? It’s Complicated
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Should You Send Your Kids To College? It’s Complicated

How much a college education is worth keeps changing. And it seems like nobody can work it out. A decade ago, thinkers were saying that colleges were in a bubble. And yet, today, the bubble continues and they keep attracting millions of students every year. Online programs don’t seem to be able to compete.  Working out whether you should encourage your kids to go to college is challenging. But it turns out that it really makes a difference if you run the numbers. The More Education You Have, The More Money You Make Unsplash - CC0 License Just running the numbers, you can see that a proper education increases the chances that your kids will have good incomes in the future  According to research from Forbes magazine, the figures break…

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August 24, 2021
Read more about the article 3 Reasons Mental Health Isn’t “All In The Mind”
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3 Reasons Mental Health Isn’t “All In The Mind”

Anyone who experiences mental health issues - and particularly those who have them alongside an issue like autism - will be familiar with the line taken by skeptics. People like to insist that mental health issues are “all in your mind” and some genuinely seem to believe that it’s merely a matter of resolving to overcome the problems. Whether it’s anxiety, depression or any other condition that is recognized as a mental illness, the idea that you can simply think your way out of any of these conditions is ludicrous - and, as the points below illustrate, mental health is anything but “all in the mind” Photo by Andrew Neel on Pexels.com Stress has direct physical consequences The idea that stress can be a valid reason to take time out…

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August 23, 2021
Read more about the article I think 43 going to be my best year yet
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I think 43 going to be my best year yet

For those who don't know, I turn 43 years old on Tuesday of this week. I used to hate the idea of getting older because it scared me. I've since learned to embrace life in all its stages and live them to their fullest. Turning 43 isn't upsetting to me all and it feels good not to be dreading my birthday. In fact, 43 looks to be my best year ever and I'm excited for all the new adventures. Over the weekend, I went out to dinner for my birthday, and it was amazing. The kids are doing great being back at school and that's awesome. I don't really have any plans for Tuesday aside from sneaking in one last workout before my surgery on Wednesday. I'm a little nervous…

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August 23, 2021
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I’m very concerned about this school year (and some other random stuff)

I didn't sleep well last night. As a result I'm dragging a bit today and feeling a great deal less positive. I had really bad dreams and they were the kind that felt incredibly real. Anyway, it was a long night but today is going pretty well regardless. Today I'm aiming for distraction because I just need to redirect myself. I'm trying to put a hiking party together but not getting any takers. I have two of my three kids kinda interested but I'm not convinced that's enough interest to actually make this a positive experience. The last thing I need right now is to be out in the middle of the forest with complaining children. There's a better than average chance that my seemingly endless amount of patience would…

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August 14, 2021
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Close Enough

It's been a pretty decent day and I feel like I'm finally getting my footing again. I've picked up a few new clients and knocked out a bunch of work. I even snagged a few new influencer deals as well. It feels really good to make progress with the business. I'm working very hard to bulk up my passive revenue streams. Passive revenue streams are really important and I have a quite a few untapped opportunities that I'm going get the ball rolling on. Podcast guest slots are filling up, as are sponsors. There's a lot I want to talk about but my priority is COVID and vaccine education from experts in the field. I want to be part of the solution and help to protect those who can't protect…

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August 13, 2021