There is pride in productivity. When a person returns home after a long day of work, they might feel a little tired, but (hopefully) they also feel a sense of […]
5 Reasons to Unplug
Don’t get me wrong, the modern world is wonderful. As I’ve written about in a past blog post, we are living in a better time than ever before–an era of relative […]
5 Tips for Parents to Survive the School Year
It’s hard to know what the upcoming school year will bring. Some schools are requiring kids to wear masks; others are not. Some parents are teaching their kids at home […]
Shortcuts to Developing Patience
Let me start by confessing: The title of this blog post is a bit of a joke. Of course anyone who is generally impatient will want a quick and easy […]
The True Cost of Subscriptions
“It’s just $5 per month. What harm could it be?” “Sure, it’s costly, but I can stop my subscription whenever I want.” “I’ll just subscribe for the trial period and […]
You Need to Save More for Retirement Than You Think
Ah, retirement! That is the end goal for many employed people who simply want to relax and live their best lives outside of work. I’ve talked with people who want to […]
What is the Value of Cryptocurrency?
What is Bitcoin worth? What is the true value of Dogecoin or Ethereum? And what on earth is an NFT, and why do people suddenly want them? These are questions without real answers. […]
Droplets and Oceans
My life amounts to no more than one drop in a limitless ocean. Yet what is any ocean, but a multitude of drops? -David Mitchell It’s easy to believe your […]
Stop Comparing Yourself To Others
In a world inundated with social media posts, it’s easy to compare yourself to others. We see perfect families taking perfect vacations. We see people buying expensive cars and clothing. […]
Why You Shouldn’t Worry About the Stock Market’s Health
Media outlets love to publish headlines that stir up fear about an impending stock market collapse. “10 Signs the Market is on a Downward Slide!” “4 Reasons to Move Your […]