Despite the growth I've made in my life, and the better person I believe I have become, I find myself constantly concerned with the opinions of others. None of us could consider ourselves perfect, though there's no denying that many... Continue Reading →
I'm tired. Or sick. I haven't made up my mind just yet. Life rarely leaves time for rest and introspection, but I've recently found myself to be incredibly frustrated at just how little of a difference rest has made. I... Continue Reading →
I'm tired. I guess that's part of growing up, of being an adult and taking on responsibilities. As part of this maturation process, we find more and more to do. Ways to make money. Ways to self-improve. Ways to give... Continue Reading →
“The reservation of judgement is a matter of infinite hope” -The Great Gatsby, Scott F. Fitzgerald Judgements come naturally to humans. They are a part of evolution, a part of necessarily weighing risks to gain advantage over other animals.... Continue Reading →
Routine is a healthy aspect of the lives of many people. It helps us to avoid anxiety and uncertainty, while giving us a strong foundation around which to build a healthy, successful life. Maintaining important habits such as getting to... Continue Reading →
I went to the dentist today. Such appointments are often fraught with anxiety for many patients. It is an experience which, unfortunately, is associated with pain and stress. There are those who would rather put it off, to avoid the... Continue Reading →
It's hard to say if anything ever truly lasts forever. Humanity has long been searching for ways to fit more time within the span of our lives. No matter how long we live, it never seems to be enough. But... Continue Reading →
As I'm sure some of you are aware, November is National Novel Writing Month which, in truth, is something of a global phenomenon. I've been fortunate and dedicated enough to have completed NaNoWriMo several times already, owing largely to a... Continue Reading →
What's this? Another blog post in just two days? Has the whole world gone mad? Has Alex gone mad? Probably. I'm writing because of the added inspiration that I've had these last few months. I've been writing more than ever,... Continue Reading →