Category: prompts
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Looking Behind the Curtain: The Arrival of the “Adult Adult”
From fixing mailboxes to midnight drives through ice storms, Rob reflects on the shifting dynamics of parenting as his oldest son becomes an “adult adult.”
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Breaking the Breaking News
Stop the cycle of fear and reclaim your peace. Learn why the 24-hour news cycle is designed to keep us anxious and how a “slow news” approach can help you reconnect with your neighbors and your own potential
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The Cost of the License: Why I’m Done Performing
Why are we so afraid to ask ‘why’ when it comes to marriage? Reflecting on divorce, societal expectations, and the staggering reality of modern relationships, I’m finally sharing my honest thoughts on why the institution feels less relevant than ever.
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A Trekkie’s Christmas Wish: The Audacity of Human Potential
Explore humanity’s incredible potential this Christmas through the eyes of a Star Trek enthusiast. From our core diversity to our relentless determination and capacity for growth, this post challenges readers to ‘be their best self’ and realize a brighter future. A holiday reflection on hope and collective possibility.
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Dark Windows and Crowded Driveways
Tonight is just a sick kid, a quiet house, and a lot of reflection. It’s not a movie ending, but it’s the reality of this year.
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The Old Man and the 26 Copies of X-Men #1
Is your hobby a passion or a “bottomless hole”? From a dad’s insatiable baseball card habit to owning 26 copies of X-Men #1, I’m exploring the “Completionist Trap.” Learn why the Ferengi mindset of “more is better” nearly destroyed the speculator market and why collecting for joy—not investment—is the only…
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A Festivus for the Rest of Us: Finding Confidence in the Giving
Is it better to give one $100 gift or several smaller ones? This Festivus, I’m airing my grievances with holiday anxiety and rediscovering ‘The Simple Art of Being Seen.’ From shopping for my sons to lessons learned from Seinfeld and Miracle on 34th Street, here is why I’m trading the…
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Going with the Flow (Without Getting the Shaft)
Being the “easy-going guy” shouldn’t mean coming last. Explore the vital difference between aggression and assertiveness through holiday plans, teaching, and the search for a perfect Christmas gift.
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Tiger Stadium and Faucet Crooks: The Subjective Art of Dreaming
Why do we remember some dreams while others evaporate by breakfast? From recurring games at the demolished Tiger Stadium to bizarre childhood heists involving faucet handles, I explore the subjective nature of our subconscious and the “reality lag” we feel when we wake up.
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A blueprint for 2026
Rebuilding Rob: A Blueprint for 2026. After two years of ambitious goals and “extra innings,” it’s time to scale back and get intentional. From career transitions and financial stability to clearing out the physical weight of the past, this is the roadmap for a year of sustainable growth and three…
Rebuilding Rob 