Ask the Community: What is the Biggest Challenge or Fear Keeping You from Pursuing the Experiences that Really Excite You, on a Regular Basis?
June 4, 2015 By Michael Speck
I have a huge favor to ask! Please answer this question in the comments section below. What is the Biggest Challenge or Fear Keeping You from Pursuing the Experiences that Really Excite You, on a Regular Basis? If you’ve been
Be More Relaxed 10 Minutes from Now
May 7, 2015 By Michael Speck
I want to try something a little different today. Let’s allow ourselves a few moments to slow down, and be more relaxed. Breathing is one of the most important tools we have to battle stress, as well as experience relaxation,
Young Spring
February 27, 2014 By Michael Speck
It may still be cold outside, but I can feel the warm sunlight of spring on my skin. The light shines through a thinly blue sky without the hindrance of cloud cover. Driving in my car, listening to a young,
Explore Your Self- It’s Easier than Space Exploration
January 17, 2014 By Michael Speck
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What’s the difference between celibate monks, and aliens in fly saucers? The monks probe themselves; the aliens want to probe you! Finding your happy place It is difficult to live a life, spending time doing what you like to do,
Finding Paradise
January 11, 2014 By Michael Speck
I’m very excited about a new post I’ve been working on. However, it’s not finished and I like you all too much to serve you a 5 hour brisket. So instead here is something to think about. An appetizer till
It’s Warm Outside and the Water Feels Great!
January 2, 2014 By Michael Speck
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Many people are taking on new projects and ambitions this time of year, and I think it is important to remember that, while working on great new challenges in life can be extremely daunting, we should not let that dissuade
Things You Never Wanted. People You Can’t Live Without.
December 19, 2013 By Michael Speck
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I have noticed something over the course of many Christmas celebrations. Whether it is a fruit cake made from cement and hard candy, an ugly Christmas sweater 2 sizes too small, or a lovely assortment of Hello Kitty collectables, I
Learning to Read and Write: Part 3
December 13, 2013 By Michael Speck
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Finally, I am able to introduce you to the last essay of this series! If you have not read Learning to Read and Write: Part 1 and/or Learning to Read and Write: Part 2, or just want to refresh (I’m
The Perfection of the Unplanned
December 6, 2013 By Michael Speck
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I recently put in my vacation requests for the entirety of next year. I do not know when my time off will be. I could have a week off in May, or July, or September. I have no plans, no
Feeling a Little Loopy
November 29, 2013 By Michael Speck
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All rested up? Time to get stuck in a loop! Some people live their lives believing that everything is connected. There are no coincidences, and everything happens for a reason. Some attribute the reason to a god or a religion.