Been Outside Lately?

I used to spend as much time outdoors as I could doing virtually anything, so long as I had a partner in crime. I don’t know for sure what happened... I think it was “adulting” that ruined it. I remember having to create a new email address once I “moved back inside” because I didn’t …

When Writing is Blocked

I find it incredibly difficult to write when I can’t think of something to passionately pen words about. What do you do when things aren’t flowing?

On Bullies and Justice

--What the fu&% are you looking at? I will beat your ass.--Cody-esque I think, perhaps -- hopefully, I can finally move on. I'm not sure what the pastor said, something related to love (not bullies) . . . and yet my brain, in its spider-web way took me back to middle school. I first put …

No: The Word The World Needs

There’s a word which could change the world as we know it. There are probably several, but oh how we need this one. No. A young boy is on the playground with his buddies, who are making fun of him about a sore subject. Typically he wouldn’t care and give it right back, but this …

More Joy and Less Regret

Today’s topic is a life trick I’ve discovered and considered a lot recently; I’m thoroughly convinced it will work well for nearly everyone. It makes me better at life, and life is better. If your wants and desires by nature always guide you to outcomes you enjoy, then this post isn't for you. Congratulations! Have …

Your Objections to Christianity Don’t Have to Keep You From Jesus

I’m back! Last weekend was consumed by my water heater, which I ultimately gave up on and replaced, so I couldn’t find time to post. I’d like to add to the Why Follow Jesus series today (first post Here). I realize I live in a post-Christian time; most have “been there, heard that, done that.” …

Anxious Sleepers

I’d like to share a trick with anyone else who finds falling asleep difficult. It’s really just a pick and choose from meditation. I seldom go by “recipes” but rather borrow and modify. I’ve dealt with anxiety for as long as I can remember but used to fall asleep easily. I’ve had to make adjustments …

The Day Porn Recovery Really Started

Today we are talking about an integral part of my own journey that may be missing from yours or from that of one you love. The war (carefully chosen instead over battle) of becoming Porn-free is a long one— full of ups, downs, and in-betweens. It's filled with the putting down of feet, renewed vigor, …

Make Them Feel Good Enough

For us guys the question “am I good enough” tends to revolve around our actions. Our perception of our actions is integral to our self image. I can’t speak from a woman’s perspective, but I imagine everything in this post would be just as helpful for the men to practice as well. If what we …

Why Martial Arts?

This is part of a series on the reasons I train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and think it’s a great choice for many others. I think a fitting first post is starting with why I started martial arts. About that... the primary reasons I started aren’t the main reasons I continue now. Middle school left... an …