Recently I read this: Be careful what you pretend to be because you are what you pretend to be. This struck me very intensely. It gave clarity to a thought that has been swimming around in my mind for a long time. It was one of those situations where I had been thinking about something for so long but could not put it into words. Then, when I read it,…
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Beat Depression, Live Happiness
Read moreI spent the first half of my adult life wanting it to end. That is not meant to be shocking or depressing; it is simply a fact. Thus far I have told my story — where I have been, where I am, and where I am going. What I have not yet shared are the ugly parts. I want to tell you how far down I got and then, how…
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Overcoming Addiction Through Spiritual Growth
Read moreOn March 12, 2006, two things became perfectly clear: I did not want to die after all, and I was scared as hell to go on living. The next day I entered rehab for the third time in as many years. I have not had a drink or mind altering drug since that day. My name is Jared and I’m a grateful recovered alcoholic. Grateful? You mean you’re grateful you’re…
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How to Survive & Thrive When You Hate Your Job
Read moreLately I’ve read hundreds of articles with titles like “Quit Your Job Today and Move to Costa Rica” “Quit Your Job Today and Find Freedom” and the ever-popular “Quit Your Job Today and Pursue Your Passion.” Well, I am not saying that any of those things are bad ideas and I am certainly not saying that you shouldn’t pursue your passion or that you should stay in a job…
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Simple Ways to be Happier
Read morephoto credit By now you know that you can not seek happiness, you must live it and here are some simple ways that you can begin living happiness today. Get Enough SleepMost people have no idea of the tremendous importance of sleep. Sleep is crucial to our happiness and even our health. Lack of sleep can lead to aching muscles, dizziness and nausea, hallucinations, hand tremors, irritability, memory lapses or…
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I Am Not Afraid to Die but I Am Afraid to Lose
Read morephoto credit Jesus said, “If you bring forth what is within you, what you have will save you. If you do not have that within you, what you do not have will kill you.” This journal is about sharing my journey and the lessons that I have learned along the way, but is also about how I am still traveling my path and my journey is far from complete. Like…
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How to Beat Self-Doubt & Accomplish Anything
Read morephoto credit When I decided to start this blog last winter, I had doubts. Many automatic negative thoughts rushed through my mind: With all of the blogs out there, why would anyone want to read mine? Why should anyone care what I have to say? There are so many talented bloggers, what right do I have to try and compete? The truth is that those thoughts are completely normal. As…
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How to Forgive
Read more“Forgiveness is choosing to love. It is the first skill of self-giving love.” —Gandhi At some point in every person’s life, they will be betrayed. Human beings are flawed creatures. We make mistakes. It is your ability to forgive that will determine whether these betrayals destroy you or make you stronger. Holding grudges, seeking revenge, and practicing hatred will prevent you from experiencing true joy in your life. “Forgiveness is…
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Cut the Fat, Transform Your Life
Read morePhotograph CreditChaos, sloth, toxicity, greed, gluttony, rage, envy. How often do you experience feelings like this? If the answer is anything but rarely or never, then you need to consider altering your lifestyle. The reality is that in today’s world there are endless opportunities to feel bad. We’ve got climate issues, population issues, crime issues, financial issues. The list goes on. If you are not satisfied with complaining about the…