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New to Rebuilding Rob? Start Your Journey Here.
Welcome to Rebuilding Rob. Whether you found me through a movie review or a search for grit, this is your roadmap. No glitz. Just the work. Start your journey through the four pillars of the 1,000-day rebuild here.
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The New 52: Rejecting the Deal with the Devil
On my 52nd birthday, a photo from 10 years ago surfaced, sparking a deep reflection on the physical and mental trade-offs of aging. While 42-year-old Rob was thinner and fitter, he was fueled by stress, survival mode, and alcohol. Today, I’m looking at the “New 52” and realizing that while…
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Rob Reviews: Daredevil: Born Again, episode 2.5 “The Grand Design”
Vincent D’Onofrio delivers a powerhouse performance in Daredevil: Born Again Ep. 2.5. Rob reviews “The Grand Design,” featuring the return of Elden Henson.
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Choosing the Grit: Pride, Regret, and the Teacher’s Paycheck
Rob reflects on the pride and regret of teaching, from the Detroit suburbs to the ALC. A raw look at the teacher’s paycheck, “sliding doors,” and the grit required to stay in the classroom.
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When the Armor Gets too Heavy
Is pushing past your “red line” a badge of honor or a path to burnout? Reflecting on the reality of “Teacher Armor,” the grit of a 1,000-day streak, and why knowing when to put down the burden is the ultimate act of resilience. Whether it’s Mother Nature or the mental…
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Rebuilding Rob: The Podcast — Episode 8: The 250-Year Clock is LIVE!
Is history winding down? Rob explores the “250-Year Clock” theory, the audacity of DIY dryer repair, and why systemic maintenance is no longer optional in 2026.
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No More Breadcrumbs: The Brands I’ve Left Behind
Exactly one year after walking away from Target, I’m drawing more lines in the sand. From WWE’s rising costs to the political shifts at Paramount and CBS, here is why I’m applying my “100% Policy” to my wallet and choosing “Option C” for my entertainment.
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The Apple Advice and Other Life Lessons
If you could go back to the day you were born, what would you tell your parents? From investing in Apple to the profound lessons of “The Old Man,” Rob reflects on breaking cycles of anxiety, the grit of parenting, and choosing a path of confidence.
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5, or 6, things
Rebuilding Rob reflects on day 951 of his blogging streak by sharing five (or six) everyday things that bring him happiness, from the joy of the Detroit Tigers’ return to the newfound glory of iced mochas.
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Rob Reviews: The Apprentice (2024)
In this edition of Rob Reviews, I dive into the 2024 Trump biopic ‘The Apprentice.’ Explore the toxic mentorship of Roy Cohn and the ‘Vader-like’ transformation of a New York mogul.
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