Posts Tagged ‘reflection’
Rich Conversations: 009. Gary Pressley
Show notes from episode 009 of Rich Conversations with Gary Pressley. Answers are cut down to fit into writing format. How long have you lived in Chicago? I am a native Chicagoan. Twenty-eight years and counting. How would you describe your neighborhood? Right now I’m in Bronzeville. I’ve been here about three years now. I’ve…
Read MoreDear Ricardo: Two New Habits Improved My Life
Inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s letters in Dear Theo, I write letters to my future self about everyday life and events to be more grateful and mindful. March 26, 2019 Dear Ricardo, As you are aware, I’ve been on a kick of self-improvement lately. I have found, among other things, that two recent…
Read MoreBook Rec: Digital Minimalism
If you’re not in Hollywood, less screen time is better. For the last six months, I haven’t worn headphones during my commutes. I began looking around me in the train car, known as the “L” in Chicago. The amount of people staring at their phones or wearing headphones alarms me. I’ve decided it’s not…
Read MoreDear Ricardo: Winter is Coming.
Inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s letters in Dear Theo, I write letters to my future self about everyday life and events. January 12, 2018 Dear Ricardo, I love Saturday mornings. They’re brilliant aren’t they? I think it’s my favorite time of the week. I eat my same breakfast, of course: blueberry oatmeal and…
Read MoreThe Healthiest Conversation You’ll Ever Have
Instead of comparing yourself to others, have a conversation with your former selves. It’ll be a healthy measurement of where you’re at in your life. A few months ago, I joined a friend for a drink. I sit down in the chair next to him at the end of the bar. He’s a fashionable guy.…
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