Monthly Archives: July 2016

#Politics: Why The Broken Friendships Stand Out More To Me Than the Politicians Themselves

Posted on July 27, 2016 by Robert P.

The United States has a population of around 300 million people. There are TWO major party candidates running for president and the election will be held in November. We all know at least that much. Even though I’m a math nerd, … Continue reading →

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#TBT: A Letter To My 16-Year-Old Self

Posted on July 21, 2016 by Robert P.

Dear 16-Year-Old Robert, I am writing to you from 2016, a little more than 21 years into the future. To be completely accurate, I know you aren’t exactly 16 just yet, but you will be next month. You’re anxious to turn … Continue reading →

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#DreamBig: Why Saying “It Will Never Happen” Could Be A GOOD Thing

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Robert P.

There is the saying, “If your dreams don’t scare you, then they aren’t big enough.” I’ve always loved that expression. As far as “dreams” go in terms of what we strive for that we feel is impossible, without researching it, … Continue reading →

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#ToxicPeople: You Owe It To Yourself To Walk Away…Even From Friends and Family

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Robert P.

I would like to believe that I don’t have enemies, but certainly I do. I know of some of them, but others, not so much. At least not yet. I learned a long time ago that there is at least … Continue reading →

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