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Matter Over Mind: An Unconventional Approach To Being Happy

February 10, 2021 Christopher Kelly

I’m gonna let you in on a little secret here: your mind is not an all-seeing god. It can produce misinformation quicker than a QAnon quack – and, if you’re not observant enough, you’ll believe it. So, sometimes you need … Continue reading Matter Over Mind: An Unconventional Approach To Being Happy

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Overcoming Loneliness In A Pandemic

September 29, 2020September 29, 2020 Christopher Kelly

Let’s face it, this pandemic has dampened our social lives. Is it just me, or are the days just blending together? It seems that all we have at the moment is work and home, home and work. And it feels … Continue reading Overcoming Loneliness In A Pandemic

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How To Practice Emotional Intelligence

August 29, 2020September 1, 2020 Christopher Kelly

Intelligence is not about what you know but how you know. For instance, you know that no other word rhymes with orange – not because I just told you, but because you’re actively trying to find a word that does. … Continue reading How To Practice Emotional Intelligence

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Take The Day Off

August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 Christopher Kelly

You’re drowning. At least it feels like you are. The world is closing in and your agitated mind worries about falling short. About not doing enough. But don’t believe your own lies. Because somewhere in the deep recesses of your … Continue reading Take The Day Off

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7 Ways I De-Stress That Could Help You

July 28, 2020 Christopher Kelly

It’s there again. That feeling of dread that weighs your entire body down. The clutches of stress! Your chest binds tight, your shoulders are hunched, and it feels like your waiting for some predator to pounce upon you. And yet, … Continue reading 7 Ways I De-Stress That Could Help You

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Dealing With Overthinking

May 15, 2020 Christopher Kelly

I’m an avid overthinker. In fact, I’m doing it right now! It’s 5:44 in the morning and I’ve worried myself awake. And what am I overthinking about? My writing career. Ain’t it funny that I’ve decided to write about it… … Continue reading Dealing With Overthinking

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