Author: This Examined Life
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Starting a new garden: Part 1
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My gardening journey began more than 20 years ago. I was interested in learning how to garden, so I began researching and experimenting and learning as much as I could where I could. Fast forward more than two decades. Working with plants has become a passion. I’ve bought a lot…
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The importance of creative outlets
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I think creativity is an essential part of what makes us human. Yet, creativity’s definition is elusive, nebulous. I tend to define creativity broadly: It’s more than painting or writing or dancing or sculpting, although those things certainly qualify. To me, creativity or being creative is any way we express…
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Surviving a winter in life
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I just finished reading the book, Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times, and I recommend it, especially for anyone who is struggling at the moment. Well, that’s likely at least half the adults in the U.S. right now, but I digress. I liked it, primarily because…
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How I’m Staying Sane Right Now
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I’ll be frank. I’m struggling to stay grounded right now. It is very much a conscious decision and takes concerted effort on my part to do so. I am gutted by so many things happening, and I’m battling some health issues as well. I could very easily give in to…
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First things first, or introductions
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… the philosopher Socrates says, “The unexamined life is not worth living.” That sentiment served as inspiration for the name of this blog.