Thoughts & Experiences of my Mental Health and Growth
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?
As an adult, I’ve had a high threshold for trying sports I didn’t practice when I was young. Prejudices exist only in your own head, and the courage to try a new sport gives confidence and the ability to learn in all areas of life.
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.
How has the world changed in 30 years, and how can one compare eras when my own life situation was so different? Technology has advanced, and success and the pursuit of happiness now emphasize initiative and independence more than ever.
Turning Back on My Old Friend Have you turned your back on someone really important for too few reasons? For a few weeks now, I’ve felt like our journey together is over. Or at least I feel we’ve been caught in a whirlwind of setbacks and regrets. I think it’s time to urgently move from … Read more
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!