Read more about the article Little moments of clarity
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Little moments of clarity

Woke up today feeling pretty good and eager to go for a walk. I was up long before everyone else and I'm sitting in my living room, enjoying the quiet. I've been preaching about self-care for years because it's so vitally important. I try to focus on self-care in my own life on a daily basis. There are times however, where I experience these moments of clarity, and today was one of those moments. It's not that I don't recognize or appreciate the importance of self-care, but today as I sat on my couch, in total silence, I was very much in the moment. The peace and quiet was captivating. I appreciated being able to hear my own thoughts, without all the usual distraction. It was a fantastic way to…

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August 28, 2021
Read more about the article The first week of school is behind us and a few other updates
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The first week of school is behind us and a few other updates

The first full week of school has come and gone. It didn't go as planned but we adapted. Elliott had a great week and he really seems to like high school. Emmett on the other hand ended up having almost the entire week off due to the excessive heat. The grade school doesn't have AC and the heat index inside the school was over 100F. That's obviously a problem, so they called things of with hopes of returning on Monday. Elliott has AC in his building but it's still hot. Both boys have informed me about the mask policies in their respective buildings and I'm not feeling super comfortable with it. While they are sitting at their desk, they don't have to wear a mask. This tweet from today is…

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August 27, 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 Pros and cons of an in-home caregiver
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Pros and cons of an in-home caregiver

When someone you love requires constant caregiver, it can be very draining to try and provide it yourself. That’s why many people turn to in-home care as an option. A live-in carer can provide everything the person needs to live a happy and healthy life. However, there are some downsides, too. Here are the pros and cons of an in-home carer. Pro: Personalized Care An in-home carer can provide personalized care because they’re there with the person all day. They see changes in routine and have the chance to respond immediately, day or night. The only other way you can get this level of personalized care is in an assisted living facility like Belmont Village Sunnyvale. Con: Getting The Right In-Home Care Provider Finding the right type and level of…

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August 27, 2021
Read more about the article Surgery went well and I humbly thank my friends at the @ClevelandClinic
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Surgery went well and I humbly thank my friends at the @ClevelandClinic

I really appreciate all the concern. It took a bit longer to get this out than I had originally planned because I'm moving a little slower than I thought I would be, but I wanted to let you all know how I'm doing. I'm in between meetings at the moment so I will make this super quick. Yesterday I had surgery at the Cleveland Clinic to remove a cyst that was right in the center of my back, along my spine. This was elective in the sense that it wasn't giving me any problems yet but it would become problematic if left alone. I simply chose to deal with it before it became a problem. The surgery went great. It's a surreal experience to have your back operated on while…

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August 26, 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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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