Reframing the Narrative: From Sacrifices to Choices

Daily writing promptWhat sacrifices have you made in life?View all responses The question of sacrifices is interesting. It implies a sense of loss, of giving something up for something else. But what if we reframed it entirely? Instead of sacrifices, let's talk about choices. We make choices every day, and those choices shape our lives.…

My trusted Casio Watch

Daily writing promptWhat's the oldest things you're wearing today?View all responses The oldest thing I am wearing today is my trusted black and yellow Casio W-756-9AVES watch from 2007. Casio W-756-9AVES These are its technical features: 10-year battery life 100-meter water resistance LED backlight Stopwatch World time Daily alarm Hourly time signal 29 time zones (48…

The Uncharted Path: Crafting Your Own Destiny

Daily writing promptAre you a leader or a follower?View all responses Life isn't a pre-written script, a well-worn path with footprints already etched for us to follow. It's a vast, uncharted wilderness, a landscape teeming with possibilities waiting to be explored. While others may offer maps and guideposts, ultimately, the journey we take is uniquely…

Book of the Day – Sociology

Today's Book of the Day is Sociology, written by John J. Macionis and published by Pearson. John J. Macionis is an American Professor of Sociology and a renowned author. He writes on a broad range of topics apart from sociology, including community life in the United States, interpersonal intimacy in families, effective teaching, humor, new…

Beyond Names: A Disagreement with Ideologies

Daily writing promptWhat public figure do you disagree with the most?View all responses The question of which public figure I disagree with most feels like a loaded question. Disagreement, in my view, is less about personalities and more about the underlying ideas they champion. Photo by Markus Spiske on Pexels.com So, instead of singling out…

GGSC Happiness Calendar May 2024

And here is also the GGSC Happiness Calendar for May 2024. GGSC Happiness Calendar May 2024 This month's theme is slow down and simplify. In this information age, the world around us seems to crave unneeded complications, not real complexity. We juggle a dozen tasks, thrive on constant stimulation, and find comfort in the intricate.…

Action for Happiness Calendar – May 2024

Here you are the Action for Happiness HAPPINESS CALENDAR for May 2024. Happiness Calendar May 2024 This month's theme is doing meaningful activities. Ever feel like you're going through the motions? We all get stuck in routines sometimes, but if that feeling lingers, it might be a sign you're missing something: meaningful activities. These aren't just hobbies to…

Happy Beltane: Celebrating Fire, Fertility, and the Triumph of Summer

Beltane, also known as Bealtaine or CĂ©tshamhain (meaning "first of summer" in Irish), is one of the most vibrant fire festivals steeped in Celtic tradition and history. It marks the halfway point between the spring equinox and the summer solstice, traditionally celebrated on May 1st. On this day, the veil between the worlds is believed…

Helping Others Is More Than Just a Career

Daily writing promptWhat is your career plan?View all responses Traditionally, career planning has been a rigid roadmap. Choose a path, climb the ladder, and reach the pinnacle. But what if your purpose isn't confined by a single career title? This is especially true when your passion lies in helping others grow and reach their full…