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Update on the Juggling
I can’t believe it’s been four weeks since I last posted on the blog. Think of a juggler, keeping multiple balls (or fruits or even eggs) in the air, letting some drop and adding others, but never stopping the flow. … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Articles, Resources, Employment, Interviews, Job Search, Unemployment
Tagged consulting, contract, hourly pay, part-time work, rejection, stress
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What’s On Your List?
Here’s a list of books I have been reading for pleasure in recent weeks (and months), in no particular order: Dune and Dune Messiah – reread the sci-fi classic. Dune is great. Dune Messiah is less compelling as a narrative, … Continue reading
Schedule Follow-Up: “Bait and Switch”
My daughter gave me Barbara Ehrenreich’s book “Bait and Switch” recently, sparked by a conversation about my scheduling. (Ehrenreich’s earlier book, “Nickel and Dimed” about getting by on minimum wage, made a big impression on me.) This book is about … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Articles, Resources, Job Search, Organization
Tagged depression, Ehrenreich, schedule
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“Action Alleviates Anxiety”
I came across this excerpt in an ad promoting inspirational books. It mirrors my own thoughts and actions. These days, the tension builds in my neck and shoulders. At other times it has been in my lower back or stomach … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Articles, Resources, Health & Wellness, Organization
Tagged depression, exercise, health
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Reading in Bed
The alarm goes off at 5:45, and J. gets up. It still seems strange that I don’t have to drag myself out, doing my morning yoga while he uses the bathroom. Instead, I roll over and doze off. Later, he … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Articles, Resources, Health & Wellness, Organization
Tagged books, depression, health, schedule
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The View from Spruce Knob 