Do lazy days make you feel rested or unproductive? I feel dull. My eyes are glazed over. I’m exhausted. I’ve done nothing. And I do nothing. The cost of a truly lazy day is this hazy, dull sensation, which can definitely drag you down. I don’t like doing nothing. Specifically, the kind of mindless nothingContinue reading “The Pain of Doing Nothing”
Author Archives: Terry
The Watchful Eye
What makes a good neighbor? The awareness of the neighbor is truly one of the greatest of gifts. A neighbor who knows you, and communicates with you regularly, and is aligned with your views, helping you to keep a watchful eye on the neighborhood is always of benefit. Not only do you gain the benefitContinue reading “The Watchful Eye”
On Living (And Dying) Well
What principles define how you live? Life is not so simple as we would like it to be. Simply living is not a complex process. Food, water shelter, and heat are the only true necessities in life. Spartan living is both achievable, and a worthy goal. But life itself is complex. You can choose toContinue reading “On Living (And Dying) Well”
On Self-Help
What’s a topic or issue about which you’ve changed your mind? Meditate. Breathe. Relax. Be passive. Find inner peace. Read. Simply don’t worry. All of these are things that we are told when life is not going right. When the weight of the world is crushing you. When you’re tired of life. But I thinkContinue reading “On Self-Help”
Begin Again.
What would you do if you lost all your possessions? When all is lost, and you have nothing left, you are at a very hard place in life. But you are also completely free. No house, no need to clean. No clothes, laundry is easy. No car, no need for car maintenance. With nothing, youContinue reading “Begin Again.”
The Skill of Awareness
What skill would you like to learn? “The ultimate value of life depends upon awareness and the power of contemplation rather than upon mere survival.” -Aristotle Being aware is an aspect of focus. It a skill that many can benefit from learning, as it opens up the world to you in new and unique ways.Continue reading “The Skill of Awareness”
The Little Things
What details of your life could you pay more attention to? “If you ignore small things that are causing trouble, they turn to big things that will devour you.” -Jordan Peterson Small details add up. And when you ignore too many for too long, it’s a big problem. Whether it’s finances, mindset, environmental, or health,Continue reading “The Little Things”
Origin
What brands do you associate with? American manufactured brands are becoming a staple of my lifestyle currently. I’m pretty anti consumerism, so I don’t buy a lot of new things, but when I do, I tend to aim towards more American brands. When it comes to clothing, I specifically look to Origin brand clothing. ToContinue reading “Origin”
Just Do Something
What’s your #1 priority tomorrow? It’s not as easy as it seems. The weight of depression has been heavy on my heart and mind for the past few years. I’m tired, emotionally and mentally. I’ve seen horrible things at work, and then come home and allowed life to fall in to chaos. Then I letContinue reading “Just Do Something”
Adaptability
What’s the trait you value most about yourself? Adapt. verb The skill of adaptation has proven invaluable in my lifetime. And I say skill specifically, because I believe we can train ourselves through new experiences to adapt to the world around us. While rigid discipline is often necessary, that should not prevent your pursuit ofContinue reading “Adaptability”
Modern Survival Arkansas 