How I Learned to Love Humble Pie
Ray Dalio has made me see what I’m dealing with here: a great lesson in humility. I cannot tell you how it feels when people who once knew me as…
What Are You Doing? Sitting Here Waiting to Die?!
I am settling into another routine – as much as anyone can who works retail, that is. The store I work for yanks my chain so that I am constantly…
You Think You’ve Got Problems?
It’s been a whirlwind of activity around here lately as I've been dealing with issues that have come up. OK, so my level of tolerance for excitement is so low,…
Starting Over for the 22nd Time
Starting a new job is amazingly exhausting. This one has another dimension of emotional difficulty because I am still wounded over how my last job ended. I haven’t told anyone…
Get Your Head on Straight: How History Can Give You Perspective
I rode an emotional roller-coaster this past weekend. The energy in the air felt divisive and almost toxic. I had to shut off all news and avoid peeking at what…
My List of Those Who Need to be Forgiven
Apparently, the first step in forgiving others is to “Be honest with yourself about your anger and hurt, and assess the full damage the injustice has caused in your life.”…
What Should I Do Now?
Yesterday I applied for a part time job as a grocery clerk. It will be a miracle if I get it – I have absolutely no experience for this job.…
5 Great Things About Getting Fired
It's been nearly two months since I was fired. I’ve had moments of near terror where I cannot seem to move or do much of anything. But then, I suddenly…
Bullies and Bastards: How to Get Fired and End Up Alone
I was up at 3AM last night after tossing and turning for nearly an hour. I kept asking myself, “Why can’t I sleep? What is it that has my stomach…
No Income: How to Survive Being Fired by Renting to Others
Making Money From Sharing Your Space I have to admit: I knew my job would be ending before I got fired. Since 2016 I was under a contract that was…