Sometimes vigilance is called for. The problem is when we bring this quality to ALL aspects of our lives ALL the time. Then it becomes problematic; not only for you, but for those around you.

What do I mean by tricksters? The little (or not so little) voices in our head, which tell us that if we listen to them, we’ll be happier, feel better, and be free from emotional pain.

Here’s a joke for you: Three guys are sitting at the bar, oh wait, wrong joke.

Because it’s truly like shitting all over yourself when that negative self-chatter enters the conversation.

My own Milestone Celebration Ceremony for my 50th birthday.