Since coming back to Utah for my mini-vacation I’ve realized anew how complacent I’ve become with loneliness. That is an odd thing to think about, considering I work with high schoolers, have an involved calling in my church, and come from a big family. But the more I look at it, the more I haveContinue reading “Mindful Living: How do you manage loneliness?”
Things on My Summer 2023 to-Read/Watch List!
I have such a wide range of interests it’s sometimes hard to pin down what exactly I WANT to do when I actually have time to myself. So, building off writing prompts from other sites, I decided why not make a list of things I’d love to get involved in for the rest of thisContinue reading “Things on My Summer 2023 to-Read/Watch List! “
Mindful Living: Mornings. . . Can Be Loud!
As I was going about my morning routine a little after 7:00 a.m., I decided to sit outside on a balcony to do my scripture study for ten minutes. What’s expected in the morning is usually Peer Gynt’s “Morning Mood” with little chirpy birds and a soft breeze. This morning I got exhaust smells, aContinue reading “Mindful Living: Mornings. . . Can Be Loud!”
Mindful Living: What is the Purpose of Exercise?
As I’ve gone through several weeks practicing Shaolin exercises and strengthening my body, I’ve pondered many times what exercise means to me. Multiple questions automatically pop up. The list could go on and on, nevertheless I don’t think they are the right questions for me. I haven’t weighed myself since. . . maybe 2016 andContinue reading “Mindful Living: What is the Purpose of Exercise?”
AMV Countdown 20-11
Welcome back to this AMV countdown my brother and I started on a whim while watching YouTube. As a reminder, to get on this list, we looked for AMVs that scored 9-10 in the following categories: Timing, Tone, Music Choice, Fluidity, Characterization, Aestheticism Once we deemed an AMV up to par with these standards, weContinue reading “AMV Countdown 20-11”
From the Perspective of an Old Soul 