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“Lose no time; be always employ’d in something useful; cut off all unnecessary actions.” ~Benjamin Franklin
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Quote to Ponder ~ Leo Tolstoy
”There can be only one way to fight the general evil of life: It is in the moral, religious, and spiritual perfection of your own life.” ~ Leo Tolstoy Continue reading
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Quote to Ponder ~ Rick Rubin
Rick Rubin emphasizes that competition among artists seldom leads to greatness, while inspiration does. Comparison can diminish joy, but being inspired by others encourages higher creative aspirations. The collaboration between artists like the Beach Boys and Beatles illustrates this, showcasing how mutual admiration fuels artistic excellence and collective growth in creativity. Continue reading
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Quote to Ponder ~ Blaise Pascal
”The virtue of a person is measured not by his outstanding efforts but by his everyday behavior.” ~ Blaise Pascal Every day choices matter. No matter their size or perceived importance. It all adds up. Each decision is like a rudder of a ship directing the course of our lives. What type of person do… Continue reading
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Quieter Mornings, Calmer Days: My 7-Day News Fast
Gained clarity by quitting the news for a week. Continue reading
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Artificial Intelligence to Co-Intelligence
In The Art of Manliness podcast, Ethan Mollick explains how AI can be a creative partner, not a replacement. You don’t need to be technical to benefit. With thoughtful prompts and a curious mindset, anyone can use AI to think more clearly, work smarter, and amplify their own creativity. Continue reading
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Do The Thing ….
Love this post. Editor’s Note: Re-posts, retweets and sharing another person’s thoughts are still not doing the thing. I know some of us get that warm feeling of accomplishment when we do share, but it still isn’t doing the thing yourself. I’m not saying sharing another person’s thoughts, etc. is a bad thing. You are… Continue reading
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Goldfish Mentality
Mistakes are inevitable, but don’t let them define you. Reflect, learn, and grow when the time is right—then move forward, embracing opportunity. Stay present. Stay resilient. Be a goldfish. Continue reading
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Preparation Makes the Moment
Rising to the occasion isn’t magic—it’s preparation in motion. Hard work, timing, and calm under pressure transform potential into success. Moments of triumph are built on a foundation of effort. Continue reading
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