Monthly Archives: September 2021

High Hopes

Posted on 09/04/2021 by chick

As I’ve mentioned before, I occasionally invent new types of puzzles. There are a lot of high points to creative work, and puzzle invention is no exception. First, you get the joyful blaze of an idea, followed by the “a-ha … Continue reading →

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No Need to Rush

Posted on 09/03/2021 by chick

Are you wondering if your life’s mission is complete? If you’re still alive, the answer is no. When I first encountered the preceding quote, it struck me as comforting. How nice it would be to believe that I had a … Continue reading →

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Change the Channel

Posted on 09/02/2021 by chick

Regarding intrusive thoughts: The brain is supposed to respond to a threat by making us pay more attention to it as if it’s a saber tooth tiger. The problem is it’s a false alarm. I guess a good analogy would … Continue reading →

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Everything Multiplies

Posted on 09/01/2021 by chick

Everything multiplies. Not necessarily literally, of course, and not without exceptions, but as a general principle, everything you allow or invite into your life is likely to increase and spread. Tendencies grow stronger. Habits extend themselves into unexpected places. Things … Continue reading →

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