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Blog postPhoto by Daniel Lincoln on UnsplashMy last pair of sunglasses broke. A good friend I hadn’t seen in a while met me for lunch. I’d just walked in the restaurant door and hadn’t removed my sunglasses. Seeing my friend in the lobby, I reached out. We hugged deeply and I heard the undeniable crack separating the lenses from the frame.
My friend was horrified. I smiled and told her it wasn’t the first time. And frankly, the minor loss was worth the embrace.
The funny thing is, I’ve n -
Blog postPhoto by Bewakoof.com Official on UnsplashThe effects are becoming clear — and worrisome. We’ve been separated for too long — from each other, from the activities we used to enjoy, from opportunities to really connect with the world in a physical, emotional, and spiritual way.
And while it may take more time to comfortably reacquaint ourselves with society and transition to a state of unconditional existence and human interaction, there are still lots of things we can do -
Blog postIt’s monthly round-up time! Here’s a quick recap of articles posted on Real Life and Life Observed during the month of April.
In case you’re wondering, you can also check out the list of posts from January, February, and March below.
Take a look, because you never know what might have slipped through the cracks …
In health & happiness,
Jill Reid | Pathway to Personal Growth
April 2022In the Real Life NewsletterIn Life Observed: Click Here for a list of -
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Blog postPhoto by Brooke Cagle on UnsplashHi, mom — I know it’s been a while since I called. No excuses, it’s all on me.
Just so you know, I think of you every day and wonder if you’ve been keeping up with everything you’ve missed down here since you’ve been gone. The rapid speed of global warming, social and civil unrest brewing around the world, a pandemic that swept our planet without remorse, disconnecting family, friends, and society — changes in our lives you never had to experience in co -
Blog postPhoto by Madhav Rajesh on UnsplashAccording to the Mayan calendar, the 5125 year-long cycle ended on December 21, 2012. The idea made for some interesting movies and several best-selling books — mostly consisting of over-dramatized fiction with little basis in fact. There were, however, a small group of people who construed this event to be the literal end of time — and life — on this planet.
Other radical interpretations suggested the “end-of-days calendar” was actually a ki -
Blog postReal Life by Jill ReidReady to live a happier, more fulfilling life? Maybe I can help ... This month, I'm offering a 7-Day Free Trial subscription for the paid version of the Real Life Newsletter. As a thank you for taking advantage of the "sneak peek" promotion, I'll send you a FREE eBook of Real Life - Book One in the Real Life Series.
Whether you need a boost in confidence, a motivating message, or a little soul searching to help you face the daily challenges we all encoun -
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Blog postPhoto by Anastasiia Tarasova on UnsplashYou can almost sense it … and it’s hard to walk away. Because that warm, comfortable feeling inside is telling you the person you’re with is someone you’d like to get to know a little better.
Whether an informal meeting or a planned event, there are a few recognizable signs you’re in the presence of a “people person.”
So how can we tell for sure? A few of you may have doubts, even when meeting folks who appear to be open and approachable. -
Blog postJust do it. The phrase was made famous by an athletic shoe and clothing brand. And we often repeat the words to ourselves and others when faced with a hurdle that can stop us in our tracks.
Still, the message is difficult for most of us to live by. Why? Because more often than not, the alternative is so much easier.
Rather than tackling the problems and issues that pop up front-and-center, many folks prefer to coast along through life, avoiding many of the difficult challenges an -
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Blog postStuck in a slump, dragging yourself through each day in a repeat performance of boredom and apathy? If you’re like most people I talk with, you probably feel like you’re caught in a loop, even spiraling down a rabbit hole with little or no progress being made and no indication the future will be any better.
For those of you brave enough to admit it’s time for a change, let’s start with congratulations. You’ve realized you want a better life—one that fills you with purpose, direction, a -
Blog postIt’s that time of the month!
Here’s a recap of articles posted on Real Life and Life Observed during the month of March - because you never know what you might have missed …
And just in case, you can also check out a list of articles from January and February right here …
In health & happiness,
Jill Reid | Pathway to Personal Growth
March 2022In the Real Life Newsletter:In Life Observed: Life Observed is a premium content section of the newsletter. To rea -
Blog postHi friends,
You may have noticed my emails the last few months look a little different. That’s because I’m expanding my writing efforts in new and significant ways.
I recently launched a free Newsletter called Real Life. In weekly stories, I hope to entertain, pique your curiosity, and raise a few questions about this life we’re living. Because we’re all in it together. To read more about the motivation behind Real Life, check out the About Page Here.
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Blog postLots of people take the easy way out when they hear bad news. Whether in the form of a disturbing newscast, emotionally-draining drama fest, or potentially damaging weather, the appearance of a negative situation has the ability to disrupt even the finest of days.
And we often find ourselves responding with a corresponding knee-jerk reaction — in solidarity.
Why do unwelcome outside forces have the power to convince folks to join a pity parade? Personally, I think we’ve been subc -
Blog postPhoto by Abigail Keenan on UnsplashI dictated this issue from my laundry room. Tired of tripping over the growing pile of dirty clothes taking up residence on my closet floor, I sorted the darks from the whites and gathered all the towels from the bathrooms and kitchen. Creating three separate piles, I scooped up the smallest one and trudged to the laundry room.
Dumping the load on top of the dryer, it sat there for three days — waiting for more of my attention. Every time I passed the -
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Blog postPhoto by Bruno van der Kraan on Unsplash Are you anxious about the outcome of a project or looming presentation? Feeling a sense of dread about losing your job or concerned your significant other has lost interest?
How would you like to end all the worry and start living again? It’s not only possible, reducing mental discomfort is a workable process you can easily integrate into your thoughts — a strong incentive, especially when we consider how crippling the emotion is to a majority of -
Blog postYou’re busy. I get it. Lots of work left undone, too many chores piling up, a growing list of Netflix specials still unwatched. Not to mention all those really important life priorities that never seem to have enough of a priority to capture your attention and energy.
I’m exhausted just thinking about it. Because I’m caught up in the nexus, too. And frankly, there aren’t many pauses in my schedule when I can catch my breath and try to figure out what might have slipped through the cra -
Blog post“Humor is the great thing, the saving thing after all. The minute it crops up, all our hardnesses yield, all our irritations and resentments flit away, and a sunny spirit takes their place.” — Mark Twain
I’m done holding my breath, worried I might say or do something I consider humorous in front of other people.
What if no one else gets the joke? Am I the only person who thinks a cat with an ingenious way to blow out a birthday candle is funny? I don’t think so. Seriously, -
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Blog postOn some days, it feels like dueling banjos are giving a personal concert in my brain Seems those two opposing forces of “pay attention now” and “think about tomorrow” have a knack for striking up a tune at any given time. And while sincere efforts are made to align the incongruency in some sort of melodic harmony, it’s rare the recital syncs up and plays in the same key.
So what causes this chaotic tune to affect my mental balance? I’m pretty sure I’ve pinpointed the problem: My mind is -
Blog postWe have to live life with a sense of urgency so not a minute is wasted. — Les Brown
I’m getting older, and still trying to figure out how to write my story. In fact, I’m starting to believe my future plan is pure fiction.
Why such a dreary outlook? I think it’s the result of conditioning. Throughout our lives, we’ve imagined the marvelous existence we hoped one day would come true. We had dreams, made plans, and crossed our fingers. Sometimes we took a few risks, hoping the payof -
Blog postMy youngest sister is an amazing person. A tenured educator, she’s traveled to remote places of the world in pursuit of her work, enhancing her knowledge in the fields of Biogeography, Landscape Ecology, and Dendrochronology.
She’s also an artist and talented musician. Recently, she and a few friends gathered together and created a YouTube video in homage and support for Ukraine. It’s a touching, moving performance – I hope you’ll take a few minutes to watch, and listen. My sister is p -
Blog postHope you’re having a great day!
Hope all is well with you!
Hope you’re feeling fine and walking the line!
Hope happiness and joy find you every day!
How often do you hear — or use — these types of statements? Frankly, I’m beginning to worry why everyone is so damn hopeful that I’m doing well, feeling good, enjoying life, or being happy. Was I giving off some kind of distress signal that my life is crappy?
It occurred to me that maybe I should step back and co
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Real Life: We breathe, We sleep, We eat ... And In-between, We Live (The Real Life Series)
Oct 1, 2020
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Jill Reid
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Discover Your Personal Truth: Ditch the Excuses and Start Living a Real Life (The Real Life Series)
Apr 5, 2021
by
Jill Reid
$4.99
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