Thinks I find along the way
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When it comes to cycling, understanding gear ratios is crucial for maximizing performance and efficiency. One commonly encountered gear ratio is the 11:34, which refers to the relationship between the number of teeth on the front and rear gears. In this case, the front gear has 11 teeth, while the rear gear has 34.
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A woman’s life is all work and little rest. An age gap relationship can help. Source: The Case for Marrying an Older Man
Elyane Youssef writes “the poem is called “A Great Wagon,” and the middle verse—my favorite—is below:
“Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing,
there is a field. I’ll meet you there.
When the soul lies down in that grass,
the world is too full to talk about.
Ideas, language, even the phrase “each other”
doesn’t make any sense.
The breeze at dawn has secrets to tell you.
Don’t go back to sleep.
You must ask for what you really want.
Don’t go back to sleep.
People are going back and forth across the doorsill
where the two worlds touch.
The door is round and open.
Don’t go back to sleep.”
This verse highlights three pivotal ideas: the realization of the spiritual realm, and the exploration of non-judgment and oneness.
Some people underestimate spirituality or see it as a trend, but as Pierre Teilhard de Chardin said: “We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience.”
Rumi explored that truth in his poems. We don’t just live in the spiritual realm, but we are the spiritual realm. To see beyond our physical bodies and realize our true essence has been our purpose since the beginning of time. Rumi wrote about it eight centuries before the extensive spread of spirituality.”: The Rumi Poem we should all Read.
I heard him for the first time at the 24th annual International Guitar Night. Amazing! And funny too…
He’s on Spotify…
You will gain self-reflection, calm, and connectedness with some alone time. Source: Embrace Solitude—for Your Health
“It’s one of the most universal and unavoidable aspects of being human:
We all make mistakes, we all have regrets, and we all learn lessons the hard way.
You’ve been there, haven’t you? You’ve made decisions that seemed perfect at the time, only to look back and wish you could do things differently.
Sometimes, it’s not even about huge, life-altering mistakes.
You just somehow realize, years down the line, that there were certain truths about life you wish you had grasped earlier.
Here’s a peek into some of those lessons that a staggering 95 percent of people learn too late in life, according to psychologists.” Go to the source: 8 lessons 95 percent of people learn too late in life, according to psychologists
If anxious thoughts haunt you, getting present shifts you toward happiness. Source: Use Present-Moment Focus to Overcome Anxious Thinking
My partner suggested we not celebrate Valentine’s Day this year, at least not in a traditional way and I agreed if only because our anniversary 11 days later is much more meaningful to me. Her very name means wisdom and I’m beginning to see why her suggestion made so much sense…
Amy Morin writes “There’s an ironic twist to traditional Valentine’s Day activities—they involve unhealthy relationship habits. Or, at the very least, they romanticize someone else’s unhealthy habits and give us an unrealistic idea of what true love looks like.
As I share in my book, 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don’t Do, it only takes one or two counterproductive relationship habits to weaken your bond. And while none of these traditional Valentine’s Day activities are likely to directly lead to divorce court, you might want to think twice about engaging in them this year. These Valentine’s Day activities might backfire and do more harm than good.”
She suggests not listening to ‘romantic music’ which I found interesting. Why? “Love” has remained the most popular word in song lyrics for more than five decades. But over that time, the dysfunctional lyrics have increased—especially when it comes to glamorizing unhealthy romantic behavior.
Eighty-six percent of modern songs contain lyrics that promote unhealthy and insecure romantic attachment. So think twice about that romantic song you’re tempted to turn on—there’s a good chance it normalizes jealousy, objectifies partners, and glorifies unhealthy behavior. That’s probably not the vibe you’re going for on Valentine’s Day.” Go to the source to read about the other 4 ideas: 5 Romantic Ideas That May Do More Harm Than Good
Compassion with boundaries is more effective than blame. Source: We Need to Stop Blaming Our Parents for Our Problems
“There is a faith in loving fiercely
the one who is rightfully yours,
especially if you have
waited years and especially
if part of you never believed
you could deserve this
loved and beckoning hand
held out to you this way.”
Saint Richard Rohr writes “When we believe in a deep way that life is good, God is good, and humanity is good, we do exciting and imaginative things because we are confident that we are part of a storyline that is going somewhere good. As Christians, we have the opportunity to live the story given to us at the very beginning (Genesis 1), that creation is “good,” even “very good,” and that it is our vocation to nurture and grow such goodness wherever we can.” Source: Stories Matter — Center for Action and Contemplation
The U.S. Surgeon General has issued a public health advisory about the dangers of loneliness, saying it impacts half of all American adults. Source: “Loneliness is not a personal failing”: Dartmouth Health psychologist offers advice for forging connection, feeling better
Dating an older man can offer a unique and fulfilling experience for many individuals. While age alone does not determine compatibility, there are several potential benefits to consider when dating an older man.
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The Scarborough Public Library is one of several Maine libraries collaborating to present “Big Conversations in 10 Short Minutes.” The program, designed to combat winter loneliness and social isolation, was launched Jan. 18, with librarians from Curtis Memorial, Prince Memorial, Scarborough Public, and Windham Public libraries joining forces. The program initiated by Andy Ryer, Community Engagement manager of Thomas Memorial Library, will extend through March.: Maine libraries unite in Big Conversations to combat winter loneliness
“The more we feed into the socially reinforced, overly-romantic messages about love as a promise to be together forever, only have romantic feelings for one other human, and guarantees about how you will feel, act, and think in the future, the more we perpetuate unrealistic expectations of romantic relationships.”
“A quick perusal of the cards at your local store displays the unrealistic, fantasy versions of romance perpetuated on this holiday with sentiments like:
Truth be told, most of us love hearing these sweet sentiments from our current flame. They make us feel special, wanted, and adored.
But should we? None of these statements actually reflects what a person can honestly promise or say.
You can’t know the future. You can’t own another person or their heart. In fact, the only guarantee we have in life is that things will change over time.” Source: Lies (Pretty Much) Everyone Tells On Valentine’s Day
Taking responsibility, overcoming the past, and moving forward. Source: How to Forgive Your Parents
I visited the Raclin Murphy Museum at the University of Notre Dame yesterday and had the opportunity to learn from an intern about observing art. “Death Comes to the Banquet Table” was one of the two artworks we observed and discussed.
Llyleila Richardson writes “While their story-telling symbolism is as old as Christianity itself, “memento mori” paintings saw a particular popularity in seventeenth-century Europe. It was a time of tumultuous politics and religious instability even as wealth flooded in from overseas. The Baroque art that bloomed during this period reflects the contrast between these two realities, as tensely captured here by Florentine painter Giovanni Martinelli in NOMA’s Death Comes to the Banquet Table.
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Adopting these self-compassionate mindsets can make hard times easier. Source: 5 Mindsets to Help You Stay Grounded During Life Transitions
Moving to a beat for three minutes boosts brain power. Source: 3 Minutes of Grooving to the Music Could Make You Smarter
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