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Apple tax
Another name is convenience tax. It’s the extra you pay for tech or a service from a particular providor. Generally I try not to be taken in by this. I like choice. And don’t want to pay more than I need. I own an Apple phone and computer because they…
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Luck preparation and weakness
A good friend of mine gave me a flip book showing daily thoughts. I reveal the day’s quote as I walk past on my way to the kitchen each morning. Two recent examples are above. The first could reference a post I wrote about negativity and not allowing the demotivating…
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Negativity
Life is tough. It can be hard to cope. It can feel like you have no control or influence. Part of how I made a change was to remove negativity.Social media was a big factor. It’s too easy to follow a downward spiral of reading and engaging in other people’s…
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Food for thought
I have recently dealt with the worst period of my life. And whilst it’s a long way from over; it has caused me to consider where I am in regards to my depression. Somehow I found the energy to continue: a clear enough mind to deal with problems, and a…
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I brought a packed lunch
I written about the gear I take bikepacking and how I decide what not to include. I’ve also mentioned how I deal with eating during the day. My first adventure had me stopping at a village store and wanting to ride from there to a better place to consume my…