Know Who You Are By Learning Who You're Not
The past came knocking at the door this week. My girlfriend and I share a history that goes back more than four years. Over that time, we both behaved in ways that were indicative of who we believed we were, not who we really are. And occasionally, the past makes an appearance, a full array [...]
Wed, July 21 2010 » Insights » No Comments
Yesterday morning, my girlfriend called and invited me to lunch. She supervises a cafeteria staffed by a group of people with mental health issues, teaching them how to prep, cook, wait tables, and other kitchen tasks. I was touched by her simple offer, available to me largely because I have backed off and given her [...]
Thu, July 15 2010 » Insights » No Comments
When I was a kid, I remember a friend of my brother’s getting diagnosed with Osgood-Schlatter disease. His bones were growing too fast for his body and it caused excruciating pain in his knees. Recently, the growth I’ve experienced feels too big for my heart, like Osgood-Schlatter of the soul.
When my girlfriend called me selfish [...]
Fri, July 2 2010 » Insights » 2 Comments
Snuggled under the covers at 730 on a Saturday morning, ego was already awake. My girlfriend was in the shower, but I didn’t feel like moving. You better get up and make her some coffee. But I just want to stay in bed, I argued. You know she likes taking coffee with her. Get your [...]
Sat, June 12 2010 » Insights » 1 Comment
Yahoo posted an article this week on the 5 Rules of Getting Over a Breakup. One of tips said:
Remember how things, like stupid songs and movies and that little spot in the park that you two went to on your first date used to be “yours”? Well, they’re not anymore. Don’t make a connection to [...]
Wed, October 14 2009 » Insights » No Comments
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