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The Feeling of Guilt

Posted on January 30, 2020 by

  According to psychologist Robert Plutchik, the feeling of guilt is a blend of our primary emotions: joy and fear. Does that make sense?   Not to me, not at first blush. Guilt to me is doing something I shouldn’t or … Continue reading →

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On Being Agreeable

Posted on December 19, 2019 by

  When things, people, topics are agreeable with us, they are easier to handle. Because they affirm us – our beliefs, actions, even our identity. Life is good.  However, it’s the others that test us. Our filters work automatically. We … Continue reading →

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A Leap Of Faith

Posted on October 3, 2019 by

  Faith is often associated with religion but, more generally, with what we believe strongly (albeit without tangible proof).  The subject could be a person, object, or concept.  Like, I have faith running is good for me.  I am convinced … Continue reading →

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Is The Sky Falling?

Posted on February 16, 2019 by

The headline reads, “more disruptive storms with snow, ice and rain eye Midwest and Northeast into midweek” with added infographic laying out the impact across the affected areas. This much I will say, they got my attention.  As a runner, … Continue reading →

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Liars, Liars

Posted on November 16, 2018 by

Q.  Why do liars lie? A.  That is what they do. Q. But isn’t all communication/ interactions based on assumption of honesty? A. Yes, that’s why liars believe their lies are true or legit. Q. But isn’t it as obvious … Continue reading →

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Day 5 Week 16 – To Be Or Not To Be

Posted on August 10, 2018 by

6 mile easy pace, cool &71 degree. First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or … Continue reading →

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Day 3 Week 16 – The Waiting Game, Part 2

Posted on August 8, 2018 by

Part 1, here. The second time my life got put in a suspended animation is when my mom went into the hospital. My mother is in her mid 80’s and has an history of heart condition.  So when she complained … Continue reading →

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Day 3 Week 11 – The Stories We Hear

Posted on July 4, 2018 by

7 miles recovery pace, humid & 78 degree Happy Birthday America! Stories we come to believe can hold us back, make us hesitant, or lead us down the wrong path.  Regardless their sources or methods, these stories can be fed … Continue reading →

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Day 5 Week 6 – Embracing Self?

Posted on June 1, 2018 by

  Rest day, no running. The physical act of embracing self is not difficult.  Extend arms, stretch, and wrap around the body, the best you can.  Done.   That is the easy piece.  More difficult is the spiritual-emotional aspect of embracing … Continue reading →

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Day 2 Week 4 – Misfortune Happens

Posted on May 15, 2018 by

  3 miles easy pace, cool & 67 degree The rain last night cleared the sky and washed away the pollen.  Wonderful in every way, except the thunderstorm also brought down my internet connection.  Yes, in the middle of the night, … Continue reading →

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