Purpose Archives

an unhappy man with a series of identical clones or copies of him in a line standing behind him fading into the distance

Carbon Copies of Unhappy People – 7 Takeaways No. 250

All criticism is self criticism. The power of the random nut. One true purpose, or not. Re-examining your beliefs. Taming the savageness of man. Showing up. Friendship takes work.

a woman in a recliner in a home library smiling as she reads a book

Re-reading Something You Love – 7 Takeaways No. 248

Do the thing. Laundry cycle. Informed anxiety. Imperfection is gray. Anxiety as protection. Re-read something. Look for good news.

Carved wooden relief art of a grumpy cat

Grumbling Doesn’t Make Anything Better – 7 Takeaways No. 216

Dumber means better. Hello Ms. Philosophy. Squirrel! What’s penmanship? Own your choices. Attention/Distraction. Grump. Disappearing platforms.

A crowded movie theater shown in dim lighting, with intricate wood-carved details of the audience leaning forward in their seats, screaming, and pointing at the screen. The screen displays a silhouetted character walking into a dark room.

Your Audience Would Be Screaming – 7 Takeaways No. 212

Quiet contribution. Asking for help. Show up. Everyone’s faking it. Zoom out. Service. Success.

A detailed woodcutting-style image of a fountain spewing millions of pennies into the air.

No One Uses the Pennies We Mint – 7 Takeaways No. 196

Having an opinion. Moral decline, not. Men & women. Do you even need a purpose? Own the place. The silly penny. Jack of all trades.

A stereotypical 30-year-old man in his parents' basement, sitting at a computer and yelling at it. The basement is cluttered with old furniture, boxes, and gaming posters on the walls. The man has a frustrated expression, with his mouth open in a yell, furrowed brows, and clenched fists. The lighting is dim, with a single overhead light casting shadows.

Online Crowds Can Be As Unthinking As In-person Ones – 7 Takeaways No. 191

Rocking chair time? Politics will get worse before it gets better. Special ideas often aren’t. Even when not lies, statistics often mislead. The irrationality of crowds. Go ahead, look the fool. Read.

A cluttered desk covered with various books, papers with scribbles, and a dimly lit lamp casting shadows over everything. A lone figure sits at the desk, head in hands, surrounded by crumpled paper balls, signifying struggle and confusion. The background shows a clock ticking, windows showing a busy city at dusk, and a half-filled cup of coffee going cold, symbolizing the passing of time and the complexity of life. The atmosphere is one of overwhelming thoughts and the difficulty of expressing them, aiming to evoke a sense of empathy towards the intricate challenges of life and communication.

Words are Hard – 7 Takeaways No. 173

Twisting your words. The importance of purpose. What your kids really need to learn. The power of consistency. We only share a slice of our lives. Jobs under threat, and being created. Trusting your gut. The importance of understanding what others believe.

A digital painting of a person in a chaotic environment, symbolizing the embrace of chaos. The person stands confidently in the center, with a relaxed posture and a slight smile, indicating their acceptance and control amidst the chaos. Around them, a whirlwind of abstract, swirling colors and shapes represent chaos. The colors are vibrant and intense, with reds, blues, and greens clashing and blending in a dynamic and disorderly fashion. Papers and objects appear to be caught in the tumultuous wind, adding to the sense of disarray. The background is a blur of motion and energy, further emphasizing the theme of chaos. The composition is dynamic, with a sense of movement and fluidity.

Learn To Embrace Chaos – 7 Takeaways No. 160

Thinking, boredom, choices & uncertainty, Tolstoy’s thoughts on social media, and more.

Friends are God’s Way of Apologizing for Our Family — 7 Takeaways No. 102

Expectations, Purpose, Gifts, Friendship, Gratitude, Boredom, Writing