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that’s not what I wanted
| July 26, 2012 | Posted by simply stephen under life |
Sometimes life has a way of leading you down a different road than the one you thought you were traveling. Maybe it takes twists and turns you follow because you are avoiding something else…maybe it just is. The harder you try, the more amplified any obstacle will become. Recently, I’ve been working so hard at writing, trying to get power and Internet in my off grid situation and building things to make my life a […] read more
are you thinking too much
| July 19, 2012 | Posted by simply stephen under life |
As an introvert, sometimes I think too much. A defining attribute for us introverts but a little balance is good too! Thinking is not a bad thing if it is solution oriented. It can otherwise lead to a downward spiral. It’s obsessive and compulsive behaviour and can be changed. It can paralyse and lead to depression. It is unhealthy if: You start reviewing the same thoughts (ruminating) You are not taking actions on your thoughts […] read more
a lesson from aesop: the hares and the frogs
| May 9, 2012 | Posted by simply stephen under life |
It has been a while since our last lesson from Aesop. The Hares and The Frogs The Hares were so persecuted by the other beasts, they did not know where to go. As soon as they saw a single animal at has been a while since our last lesson from Aesop. The Hares and the Frogs “There is always someone worse off than yourself.” If you are reading this, it is likely, you are one […] read more
slow down when the opportunity arises
| May 3, 2012 | Posted by simply stephen under life |
Sometimes it’s time to slow down or stop what you are doing to take care of other things. For the next few weeks, I’ll be doing just that. Slowing down. My body has been fighting a cold, which is thankfully gone, battled with a sore knee the week before that and I have been preparing for one of the biggest challenges in my life. I’m moving off grid. You can read more about my off […] read more
10 reasons why green living is good for your mental health
| April 27, 2012 | Posted by simply stephen under life |
Some of you may be aware of my other blog, simply stephen, about green simple living. Simplicity and green living go hand in hand. It helps reduce stress, depression and anxiety. They are a match made in heaven. Here’s why. conscious consumption – green living and simplicity are about making active, deliberate decisions. If you are aware of the choices you make, you will slowly become aware of the things that effect you. As your […] read more
this too shall pass – all things are temporary
| April 13, 2012 | Posted by simply stephen under life |
There’s an expression “when life deals you lemons, make lemonade” and today it seemed fitting for me to write about it. If something is sour you need to sweeten it. Life works like that too. It deals you all sorts of surprises and you have to work with them instead of fighting against them. I have tons on my plate this month. I’m getting ready to go off grid, trying to find the right supplies […] read more
life doesn’t always lead where you wanted
| February 22, 2011 | Posted by simply stephen under life |
Life doesn’t always lead where you wanted. But it sure does take you to some pretty cool places. Sometimes not the greatest places, I admit. That helps you build character and develop your skills. What a fantastic opportunity! Two roads diverged in a wood, and I – I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. ~ Robert Frost Gaining virtues and strengths helps you in life. Picking a path […] read more
how to stop complaining
| November 30, 2010 | Posted by simply stephen under life |
Complaining is a habit many of us get into. It’s a hard one to stop. Especially, if you hang around people that complain all the time. It’s easy to do. Think about all the complaints you hear at work, on public transportation, in the shops, on television. It’s everywhere. do you really like hearing about it Wouldn’t it be more refreshing to to hear positive news and be surrounded by positive people? It’s a fact […] read more
how often do you reflect
| November 9, 2010 | Posted by simply stephen under life |
There are times when life is in such a state of frenzy that we really don’t take the time to reflect. I have talked about taking time to smell the roses and I think it’s important to stress the urgency of this. Taking time means slow down. During this time it gives your body and mind a chance to revisit everything you have done. You get to reflect and have some well deserved R & […] read more
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