68. April Fooled

A few weeks ago I announced my plans to move to Kansas City. At the time I didn't know that many other things were changing and coming into play. Long story short, after a number of family issues, timing problems, educational offers, and financial changes I'm not going to KC, at least not for a few more months. My biggest concern with this was that I had already begun making plans in Missouri and was afraid I'd be leaving people in a tight spot. Time to embrace a little humility - and it goes a lot further than you might expect.

67. In Praise of the Trivial - How I Met Stanley

I think that trivial knowledge is underrated. In world of extremes it is hard to understand the value of random information. Even on television what is often portrayed is a stereotypical nerd or a lovable dolt. There is rarely an in between, but it must exist. I've said before that I am striving to become a better story teller. I'm vigorous about my academic pursuits and I know their importance. Yet nobody at a party wants to listen to a discussion about the pythagorean theorem. What is wanted is new an exciting information. This was clearly demonstrated to me today in a powerful way. But I wasn't at a party. I was waiting in line to buy a frozen pizza.

66. Nap Time!

I believe it is universally accepted that when we become adults we long for the days when we were told to take naps. Ah, those were the days... and we were foolish enough to fight it. Now that we're all grown up we wish we slept more. Studies show that on average 40% of people don't get enough rest. Many countries all over the world combat this by adopting the Spanish custom of the siesta! If only we could understand that. For today's gift, I'm going to try to incorporate some much needed rest into my sleep deprived schedule. While I do that, check out some of the many napping benefits I've found!

65. Go For a Walk

Go! It's ok. You can do it!

Pecan pie. I couldn't get it out of my head. I was craving it like crazy and nothing else would do. The problem is that my car was in the shop and I had no way to get to the store. Having always been partial to hyperbole, I was quick to declare that I would do ANYTHING for a piece of pecan pie. Realizing my sprawled out position of sloth on the couch, I quickly realized the error of my words and the laziness many of us carry. When did walking get ruled out as an option? It was a nice day out and I was in no particular hurry. Besides, adventure is out there!

64. Self Talk

Today I have been reading through a lot of my recent posts and I've come to a conclusion: I don't like the way that I talk to myself. I don't think I'm alone. I suspect that this is a universal truth. 

I beat myself up a lot about my shortcomings and my lack of progress. While there is part of it that is legitimately rooted in a desire to grow and get better, much of it is simple insecurity. We are understanding with others. Yet we are our own worst critics.

No long ramblings today. No funny anecdotes. Just a commitment to be more aware of how I address myself and a hope that you do the same for yourself. After all, I'm pretty awesome. And if you're reading this you're automatically awesome by association.