by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 18, 2020 | Serendipity
People You Notice #1 She has a quiet demeanor,Observant, peaceful, and curious,Allowing the conversation of others to dominate.But when she does get a word in,It is profound. She cares for her husband well,Through many years of Parkinson’s,On a slow, downward...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 18, 2020 | Spiritual Stuff
Better Thoughts #3 On my phone, in the Evernote app, I keep lists of my better thoughts. Part of my morning routine is to reference one of these lists. Why? It elevates my mood, puts my brain on a better trajectory, and dismisses lesser thoughts. This post on my...
by Bruce McIntyre | Oct 19, 2020 | Spiritual Stuff
Better Thoughts #2 Believe it or not, I do not wake up with the proverbial “bluebirds on my shoulder” each morning. But, I do work to coax them there. Often, I utilize an exercise I call “positive flips” to get my better thoughts going. You can...
by Bruce McIntyre | Oct 9, 2020 | Spiritual Stuff
Better Thoughts #1 Imagine you’re in an old white frame house set on a hill in the Kansas plains. Wide open space, breeze blowing. This seems like the perfect spot for restful reflection. Except that the doors and windows are wide open. People are walking in and...
by Bruce McIntyre | Oct 2, 2020 | Serendipity
nstigators of Good #5 One of the worst casualties of COVID-19 has been the disappearance of socially appropriate physical touch. Hugs, handshakes, closeness. Sure, you’ve had some reluctant, daring hugs along the way, or you may have been the object of someone...