Rebuilding Rob

  • The 250-Year Clock: Finding Hope at the Breaking Point

    The 250-Year Clock: Finding Hope at the Breaking Point

    Empires rarely last more than 250 years, and as we approach that exact milestone, the air feels heavy with the weight of a breaking point. From the “proverbial left hand” of political distraction to the visceral fear of the “guy next door,” I’m exploring why finding our collective “Option C”…

  • The Paper Station: My First Taste of the Hustle

    The Paper Station: My First Taste of the Hustle

    Before smartphones and the 24-hour news cycle, the morning paper was the neighborhood’s lifeline. From the “50s—no filler” days to the art of the $1.65 collection, I’m looking back at the grit, the dogs, and the business lessons of my very first job.

  • Rob Reviews – Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, episode 6 “Come, Let’s Away”

    Rob Reviews – Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, episode 6 “Come, Let’s Away”

    Rob reviews Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Episode 6, “Come, Let’s Away.” From Paul Giamatti’s scene-stealing performance as “Nustopher” to a shocking character death, this episode delivers vintage Trek action and a classic battle of wits.

  • The Lie I Tell Myself to Get Through the Week

    The Lie I Tell Myself to Get Through the Week

    I’ve been everywhere, man.” From urban survival to suburban perks, I’ve taught in nearly every environment imaginable. But currently, I’m navigating a ‘bridge era’ where the curriculum is digital and the human element is fading. I love my job, but I’m tired of being a glorified lab supervisor. This is…

  • Lightning Proof: A 10-Year Audit on Love and Tech

    Lightning Proof: A 10-Year Audit on Love and Tech

    In 2015, I blamed social media for distracting us from marriage. In 2026, I realize it’s done something worse: it’s made us “lightning proof” to real connection.

  • Building the Empire Too Early

    Building the Empire Too Early

    I missed out on the classic “college experience” of dorms, roommates, and random parties—but it was entirely self-inflicted. Looking back, I realize I was trying to build an empire too early, making a relationship the center of my universe before I even knew who I was. Now, in my “extra…

  • Rebuilding Rob: The Podcast is Now on YouTube!

    Rebuilding Rob: The Podcast is Now on YouTube!

    Season 2 kicks off with a new standard: The 100% Policy. I’m sharing the story of ‘Jessica’ and why I’ve officially stopped accepting breadcrumbs. It’s time to choose Option C—choosing yourself. Watch the premiere of Rebuilding Rob: The Podcast now.

  • The Responsibility of The Long Goodbye

    The Responsibility of The Long Goodbye

    What responsibility did you think would be gone by now? For me, it’s a dark confession: the care of my mother. I’m exploring the brutal reality of the “long goodbye,” the contrast between my father’s “wildfire” passing and Mother’s resilience, and why I’m choosing to stay present for every “extra…

  • The Shadow of Valentine’s Day: Why February 10 is a Relationship Danger Zone

    The Shadow of Valentine’s Day: Why February 10 is a Relationship Danger Zone

    Think you’re in the clear after the December 11th breakup peak? Think again. Today, February 10th, marks the next major “landmine” on the relationship calendar. Explore the psychology behind the February fallout, the pressure of Valentine’s Day commercialism, and why this week is a critical “Danger Zone” for couples.

  • The Spontaneity Spectrum

    The Spontaneity Spectrum

    Is spontaneity a gift or just a survival strategy? I’ve long called myself the Prince of Procrastination, but I’m realizing my brain actually thrives on the “deadline spark.” From hospital emergencies to planning a dream baseball road trip, I’m exploring the “Tricorder” perspective of navigating life with a neurodivergent rhythm.…