I started this site in 2019 and leave it as-is because I created it and I’m proud of it. Being Human includes relatable life experiences that have led to lessons learned the hard way…some that I’m still working on because, you know, learning is a lifelong constant. The War Log chronicles some of my experiences as a senior researcher with the U.S. military. Thank you for visiting! 🙂
- Glossary of Lessons: Ten Rules for Being Human
I created this handy glossary in case you get curious about the lessons identified in my Ten Rules post. These definitions/explanations are my own and will be explored in future posts (so don’t get too hung up on the details!). - Ten Rules for Being Human
The Ten Rules provide a helpful roadmap – not a magical formula that you can use to make all of your problems go away. Each rule has its own set of lessons that you resolve in order to lead a more fulfilled life. How you deal with these lessons will differ in kind and magnitude. The rules are about coming to realize – and accept – that life is a compilation of positive and negative experiences, and that all of the answers you seek lie within. - Six Strategies To Increase Gratitude In Your LifeGrowing up, my parents often said something like “In all instances, one should be grateful” or “No matter how grateful we are, it’s never enough.” As a kid, I just nodded and stared at them blankly … Continue reading “Six Strategies To Increase Gratitude In Your Life”
- The In-Between Phase of Your Life Is NOT A Bus Stop!
There are times when an experience changes you profoundly, marking the end of life as you know it, and heralding a new way of being. These experiences can be as challenging as the sudden death of … Continue reading “The In-Between Phase of Your Life Is NOT A Bus Stop!” - Moving Beyond Revenge Fantasies & Learning To Forgive
Forgiveness means letting go of past hurts and grudges. It’s about moving forward without holding the offender responsible for your pain and suffering. Forgiving yourself for past mistakes is just as important as forgiving the offender. … Continue reading “Moving Beyond Revenge Fantasies & Learning To Forgive” - Cultivating Self-Awareness In A Selfie World
What does it mean to be self-aware? Is it about being confident in who you are? Is your sense of self aligned with others’ perceptions of who you are? Or do you find yourself coming to … Continue reading “Cultivating Self-Awareness In A Selfie World”