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Thoughts & Experiences of my Mental Health and Growth
Why Does Spring Increase Stimuli Faster Than Capacity? Spring is a new beginning that awakens us and restores hope and vitality after the long, numbing autumn and winter. In cities and along running trails, people appear active and cheerful. Yards come to life as preparations for summer begin. The spring sun brings energy, but it … Read more
Why can life feel empty even when everything is fine? When everyday life becomes one-dimensional and meaningful experiences decrease, a sense of emptiness can set in. A reflection on the flatness of routine, pursuing dreams, and the search for meaning.
Are you stuck waiting for something bigger? Has an inspiring weekday evening turned into a feeling of emptiness? Sometimes calm comes from turning your attention away from your own stuff and intentionally making your days more even.
Life isn’t lacking in wonderful things, but misery and melancholy are caused by spinning options and the difficulty of making decisions. You shouldn’t aim for too many modes in the same day, but how do I find a space where I’m not aiming for too much?
Clearly better update is an ongoing journal post about my thoughts on alcohol use! What benefits do I notice already? How much potential is there in terms of alertness and self-confidence? Can I stick to my goals?
After last summer I just didn’t find the right state of mind or peace to write. My focus shifted back to my own things as my world became smaller. I actually created my first real midlife crisis. In this post I describe what paralyzes me and how to get going again.
After months of focusing on balance, I’ve finally learned to enjoy ordinary weekday evenings, summer moments, and simple joys at home. Life feels calmer, confidence is up, and even brief time with my kids is meaningful. Balance isn’t just for me—it can bring happiness to those around me too.
Power game and politics is in turmoil. Is mankind capable to pursue common good? Do we value common sense over entertainment? How does this idiocracy affect on our mental health?
Finding the root causes of alcohol use is crucial for preventing the development of other addictions when one is eliminated. Benefits of overcoming alcohol use are often better motivator than negative effects.
Do you notice a change in yourself even before the holiday starts? Freedom and the ability to give the best of myself to those close to me shouldn’t be a passing exception during the vacation period, but similar living in the moment should also happen during the workweeks!