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Tag Archives: satisfaction
Happiness Happens
If only I could own a quaint home with a white picket fence and have a brand new car in the driveway, I’d be happy forever. How many of us have similar wishes? Maybe the dream is for a mansion … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, Controversy, Health, Politics, religion
Tagged fulfillment, happiness, influence, power, riches, satisfaction, unhappiness
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A Conversation About Happiness
Jorge and I sometimes enjoy having a staring contest. The statistics regarding which one of us wins this childish game are probably in Jorge’s favor. At least it seems like I’m usually the one who blinks first. Regardless of who … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, Friendship, Health, Meanderings
Tagged happiness, joy, satisfaction
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Whine
When I glanced at my arcane holidays calendar notebook, I knew it would be difficult, if not impossible, to address National Whiners’ Day without doing some whining, myself. To whine about whining is like whining about Black Friday. Both “observances” … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, Controversy, cultural highlights, Politics, religion
Tagged complainers, dissatisfation, gratitude, satisfaction, ungratefulness
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Fulfilled
Public speaking on the radio and public speaking in front of an audience elicit different emotions in me. Sitting inside of a studio in front of a mic is second nature and fits like a glove. Standing in front of … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, Friendship, Meanderings
Tagged eulogy, fear, fulfillment, public speaking, San Francisco, satisfaction
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Dissatisfaction And Greed
Jorge sniffed his coffee, took a sip, then slouched into the sofa. He flashed a wry grin at me. “Do you feel satisfied today?” I gave him a nod with my firm reply that I certainly felt happy and satisfied … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, Controversy, Friendship, Health, Meanderings, Politics, religion
Tagged dissatisfaction, gratitude, greed, hording, satisfaction, self-centeredness, selfishness, thankfulness
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Reaction To Circumstances
While clearing some storm debris near the riverbank in my backyard last week, I encountered a bull snake. Instinctively, I froze in place for a few moments. Then I studied the snake because of its superficial resemblance to a rattlesnake. … Continue reading
Posted in Contemplation, Controversy, Health, Meanderings, Politics, religion
Tagged circumstances, desire, dissatisfaction, emotional reactions, greed, neediness, poverty, satisfaction, wealth
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