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Apr 9

our desperate need to belong | prequel | uneven 34

12:30am. Sleep again evades me. My brain fixates on my lifelong need for approval and acceptance. And yet, after 58 years, I may finally...

Apr 8

i have a say in how i age (wrapping up the road trip) | arizona road trip | uneven 33

Back home in Colorado after a very difficult end to the road trip. I review the takeaways from our stay in the 55+ RV park, and compare...

Apr 7

another emotional release (brian's song) | arizona road trip | uneven 32

Ending of the classic movie, "Brian's Song." And as expected, the tears begin to fall. Emotions — both positive and negative — are the...

Apr 6

distraction, avoidance, and anxiety | arizona road trip | uneven 31

While planning our road trip home from Mesa, a bit of travel anxiety returned. I've often used distraction and avoidance during times...

Apr 5

15 rules for happiness (hector's list from the movie) | arizona road trip | uneven 30

In the 2014 film, "Hector and the Search for Happiness," the main character identifies 15 rules for happiness. I thought discussing these...

Apr 4

the cheers effect | arizona road trip | uneven 29

Spent a week at a 55+ RV park in Mesa, Arizona. Intrigued by the activity, positivity, and overall community here. We all need a place...

Apr 3

wind, anxiety, & a new journey | arizona road trip | uneven 28

Does the wind stress you out? Are you more irritable and anxious on windy nights? Yeah… me too. Tonight, the chinook winds have arrived...

Apr 2

overwhelm overload | podcast prequel | uneven 27

Overwhelm is such a common complaint. And, that goes double for those of us who deal with aggravating anxiety. Can simplifying...

Apr 1

snow, silence, and a bit of sanity | podcast prequel | uneven 26

The chaotic life that many of us lead builds tension and stress. Take a step back, take a deep breath, and notice the beauty around you...