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A brief encounter at a gas station led me to confront the quiet truth of aging and how society now sees me. This post explores identity, cultural relevance, and the evolving meaning of respect across generations
Four Characteristics of a Quality Human
In a world flooded with distraction, The Quality Human stands firm—moving with intention, integrity, and depth. This post explores four essential traits—humility, introspection, sincerity, and respect—as a practical and emotional framework for living well.
Turning the Page
As life goes on, I often find inspiration to write through what I experience. The inspiration is strongest when a shift occurs or when something dramatic happens. Yesterday, another chapter of my life came to an end. This chapter didn’t last very long, although at one point I was sure that it would. But theContinueContinue reading “Turning the Page”
7 Steps Toward a Stress-Free Life
We all experience moments of stress each day of our lives. Whether it is the biologically low stress of simply waking up each morning or the emotionally high stress of an argument with your mother, stress is unavoidable. Here are 7 things that I do (or at least try to) each day to help withstandContinueContinue reading “7 Steps Toward a Stress-Free Life”
MY UNIVERSE KNOWS ME
Serendipity A funny thing happened on my way to becoming a published author. I have two creative nonfiction articles out there in the ether. I’ve been waiting for over four months for a reply from the publications I submitted them to. I’m also currently working on my first novel. My focus, career wise, was solelyContinueContinue reading “MY UNIVERSE KNOWS ME”
Cognitive Dissonance Regarding Social Distancing
Each day, I see images of deserted streets hiding a masked population behind the confines of their own homes. In my town, here in the southern United States, people are more relaxed, especially in regards to social distancing. It is confusing because doctors and experts are adamant about this particular safety measure. Personally, I canContinueContinue reading “Cognitive Dissonance Regarding Social Distancing”
More Musings on COVID-19
As the nation has amped up its safety measures, and as people conform to their new normal, I’m sitting here realizing that nothing has really changed for me. Yes, obviously, the world is experiencing something unprecedented and a lot of people’s lives have been permanently altered. I am only speaking of my own personal lifeContinueContinue reading “More Musings on COVID-19”
Seed of Growth
Today, I embarked on a journey to write a novel. I have been aware of this destination since I was a small child, but just today, at 42 years old, I have finally taken the first step toward making a lifelong dream a reality. It isn’t a dream I obsessed over, but I knew itContinueContinue reading “Seed of Growth”
Ramblings about COVID-19
The liquor store will be closed after today. I had to run out and grab a bottle. Personally, I think the world is overreacting a bit. Governments should put the onus on the citizens themselves to decide if they want to stay indoors or not. I’m an introvert. I stay six feet away from peopleContinueContinue reading “Ramblings about COVID-19”
Jay Owens 