This post is for people who realize that there is always room for Personal Development/Self Improvement, even during a pandemic and are lucky enough to still be employed. The book Antifragile puts forward a strange theory. The opposite of fragile is not resilience but antifragile. The word was created by the book’s author, Nasim Taleb. […]
June 1, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Election Day: Vote for You
Today is an Election Day. On the ticket, two candidates, the incumbent, YOU; stuck in limbo, concerning your Health, Career, Social Life and Finances. The challenger, also YOU, but a better version. The person you know you could be with just a little effort. Who will you vote for? It should be no contest, who […]
April 29, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Best Of Writings of A Mid-Life Man
When I launched this blog back in 2012, there were grandiose plans of becoming a blogging superstar. These plans were derailed for a number of reasons, including putting more effort into getting promoted in my full-time job and becoming an artist. So why continue? This blog has served an outlet for my creative writing and […]
March 28, 2019 by 6 Comments
Dealing With Rejection: 4 Tips for Freelance Writers
This post contains an affiliate link. If you use the link I will get a small commission. Years ago I lived on a very small island with a total population of under 500 people. Living in a place where everybody knows your name is wonderful. There are also downsides. One of them is that anybody […]
February 7, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Daily Focus: Lessons From A Navy SEAL
Have you ever had the feeling that you were just muddling through your day, or spent it paralyzed by indecision? Ever sat at work and opened your e-mail, only to have the rest of the day go by in a blur as you fulfilled everyone else’s wishes? Needless to say, in combat situations, indecision and […]
January 1, 2019 by 2 Comments
Atomic Habits: A Book Review
A new year, a new you. This year for sure, you’re going to hit the gym, go to bed on time, stop eating so much junk food, start that business, follow your passion. Or, maybe not. A University of Scranton study found that only EIGHT percent of people continue with their New Year’s Resolution beyond […]
December 20, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Merry Christmas From The Mid-life Man – 2018
To those who are regular readers and to those who stumbled upon this blog, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 2018 was a good year for me and I hope that despite any ups and downs, it was a good one for you also. This year I achieved a personal milestone. This is […]
November 15, 2018 by 2 Comments
11 Things You Didn’t Know About The Bahamas
The Bahamas is best known as a Caribbean tourist destination but actually, it’s not, see No.6 on this list. In sports, in international relations, in its wildlife, and geography The Bahamas is unique. Don’t believe me? Keep reading to see what I mean. Here are 11 facts that you probably didn’t know: 1. The Underground Railroad It […]
October 18, 2018 by 1 Comment
7 Hazards To Look Out for After Hurricanes
Even if you and your family have escaped injury and death during the storm, there are some not so obvious hazards after a hurricane. You think that just because the winds have died, the sun is shining and the clouds are light and wispy, the worst of the hurricane is gone. Here are Seven […]
September 20, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Woodturning: Personal Development through Craftsmanship
Craftsmanship – The quality of design and work shown in something; artistry. Oxford Dictionary What is the effect of long-term dedication to a craft? I know from the calluses in my palms that woodturning is having an effect on my body but is it doing something to me at a deeper level? I’d say yes. […]
