Category: The art of moving slowly
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Decreasing my functional gap in real time
Rebuilding Rob: Episode 952. What happens when the “baby of the family” finally takes the wheel? I’m diving into the grit of credit repair, the serendipity of birthday milestones, and the empowering reality of choosing “Option C” to help my family and my future
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The Productivity of Peace
Explore the link between daily blogging and personal peace. With 950+ days of writing in the books, Rob reflects on the Emersonian idea of solitude and how to find productivity in the quiet moments of life.
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The Paradox of “Not Caring”
What happens when you stop pretending you don’t care? From the Are We Dating the Same Guy (AWDTSG) Facebook group drama to the quiet realization that a relationship has run its course, this post explores the psychology of indifference. Discover why Option C isn’t about winning—it’s about the moment you…
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The Art of the Ballpark Balance
Planning a 2026 baseball road trip to D.C., Philly, and Baltimore has me thinking about the “Art of the Ballpark Balance.” Is a vacation about seeing every monument, or finding peace in the rhythm of a nine-inning game? Explore why the ballpark is my ultimate “Option C” for relaxation and…
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Strong Enough to Sob
Can a superhero movie or a 90s tear-jerker actually define your philosophy on life? From the heroic end of Tony Stark to a ‘George Costanza’ moment during Home Alone, I’m looking at the father-son dynamics that shaped me. At 51, I’ve realized that being ‘strong enough to sob’ isn’t a…
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