It is been almost a month since I have been back at being single but feels like an eternity. Everything around the house feels emptier, but not my soul. My soul has found tranquility between all the emptiness. It is tremendously difficult when a relationship does not work out how we envisioned it. There were … Continue reading M1: Being comfortable alone
El miedo a no tener. El miedo a no poder. El miedo a perder. El miedo a soltar. El miedo nos empuja. El miedo nos impulsa. El miedo es una herramienta. El miedo nos hace mejores. Solamente si sabemos como utilizarlo para nuestro bien.
I have a problem. How many of us can be honest and say these words not only to ourselves but to the people that love and want the best for us? I think it is necessary to often look inward and examine what, how, and why we do the things we repeatedly do. I have … Continue reading Fighting addictions
It’s probably not completely original. It’s probably not breathtaking in scope. It’s probably not immediately popular. But… it’s definitely worth pursuing, consistently and persistently for years and years. If you care. If it’s generous and helpful and worth the journey. All the big ideas that made a difference follow this pattern. Source https://seths.blog/2021/01/your-big-idea/
Why is refinancing a home complicated, time consuming, and costly? Its closing costs are similar to those of buying a new home. Same with the process - it’s very similar. It’s painful and time consuming. Especially if it’s your first time refinancing your home and are looking for all the alternatives, pros and cons. Add … Continue reading Refinance
Every day is a constant reminder to improve myself in every possible aspect. From being kinder and more empathetic to being more selfless and generous with my time, presence, and attention. I’m trying to be a friend to myself. I'm trying to be a better friend, partner, son, and brother. I’m also trying not to … Continue reading Improving myself
Wow. Yesterday was quite the unnecessary rage. And today I am reminded of how short life actually is. There have been more familiar faces that have passed away in the past year than I can ever remember – whether it be because of COVID-19 or age. This is a reminder to be kind, caring, generous, … Continue reading The shortness of life
It’s been indeed a long weekend. My mind is full and my body wants to take a break despite it being the third week of 2021. I have been dealing with many personal things at the same time that it’s eventually tired me out. Chaos here, chaos there. Most problems are interpersonal. And most of … Continue reading Interpersonal problems
Somewhere, some time, and at some point, our paths crossed, and some part of me became part of who you were. This didn't happen by accident. We spent a considerate amount of time together, talking and laughing, sharing stories and jokes, and thinking and planning our futures. Clearly, it was difficult not to absorb some … Continue reading I became you
I can hear the echo around the house while the music is playing. It’s quiet. It’s peaceful. It’s spacious. I am in the living room typing what’s coming out of my heart. I am here living on my own – no housemates, no roommates – after sharing a home with you during most of our … Continue reading Moving on…
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