Spirit
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Is It Worth It To Philosophize?
I just finished a book that told me what my problem is. Then it told me to stop doing it. Something about yoga, meditation. The Tao. It’s the New Age version of, “Doctor, it hurts when I do this.” Is it worth it to think about philosophical phenomenon? If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? The people that came up with, or like to quote the answer that relies on the physiological interpretation of sound vibrations are probably pleased with themselves. I find other replies just as plausible. Even the unfancy ones. My own answer: I don’t…
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Should I Ask Him To Marry Me?
Not asking = No rejection. Is that worth it?
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5 Ways To Help With Too much Empathy
You’re in a car with someone who is in a bad mood. They’re not saying a word but you feel their misery so strongly that you would love to jump out. You’re watching television and that commercial with all of the scrawny dogs on a cold bare floor grips you as Sarah McLachlan sings “In The Arms of An Angel” for the kill shot. Do you often feel as if you’re going through someone else’s distress as if it were your own? While it is a great ability to feel the joys and sufferings of others, here are my top 5 ways to make your own feelings top priority. (Note,…
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Supporting Those In Isolation
Many years ago, we befriended an older gentleman who lives near us. He saw me as a single mom who might be in need of his assistance and formally offered his services many times. He volunteered to pick up groceries while going out and slipped an advertisement for an energy efficient heater under the door. He was retired but on the go, traveling around the world, particularly on cruises and was active at the local gym and pool. When he injured himself, his kindness came full circle, as we were given a chance to help someone who would have never asked us for anything. His pride took a hit but…
