Tag Archives: mental-health

What’s in a Name? Apparently, an Unfortunate Headline

Posted on January 21, 2026 by Douglas Blaine

I was never really in love with my name. Doug is fine—solid, unpretentious, and chosen out of love. My middle name, Blaine, on the other hand, sounds like either a country-club snob or the kid drinking paste in kindergarten. Add in the etymology—dark river plus yellow—and suddenly my full name sounds less like a person and more like a true-crime episode. Continue reading →

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The Tech That Keeps Stealing My Time (And Why I’m Letting It)

Posted on November 29, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Some technology makes life easier, and some technology quietly steals the hours I keep thinking I still have. This is a look at the little digital troublemakers in my world—the apps, screens, and “quick checks” that turn five minutes into a full-blown time warp. Continue reading →

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The Hardest Decision I Ever Made

Posted on November 28, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Some decisions aren’t hard because they’re wrong; they’re hard because doing the right thing asks more of you than you think you can give. Continue reading →

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Why I Don’t Really Listen to Podcasts (But One Still Stuck With Me)

Posted on November 8, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I’m not anti-podcast — I just never became one of those “I learned the real truth from this episode” people. Still, one chilling story about a 1989 murder reminded me why the medium can matter. Continue reading →

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The One Thing We All Want and Can’t Get Back

Posted on November 5, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

We always think the answer is “more time.” But maybe the real challenge isn’t getting more — it’s learning to use the time we already have. Continue reading →

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The Space Between My Thoughts

Posted on August 31, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Sometimes I write because I have something to say. Other times, I write because something inside me needs to breathe — and a pour of good bourbon doesn’t always cut it. I blog because my thoughts need somewhere to land. … Continue reading →

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What Writing Gives Me That Nothing Else Can

Posted on August 18, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

From childhood plays to newsroom deadlines, writing has always been at the heart of my life. It’s how I find clarity, share stories, and connect with others—the one gift I couldn’t imagine living without. Continue reading →

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More Than Pushups: My 3-Part Strategy for Real Well-Being

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Today’s question is pretty broad, but it’s worth considering: How do I take care of my health and well-being. It’s more than a fair question—and a big one—because “well-being” covers a lot more than just pushups and salads. (And if … Continue reading →

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Why complain?

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Honestly, I try my best not to complain. I’m sure I’m guilty of it from time to time, but I never want anyone to be able to catch me complaining about something so often that it stands out. “I really … Continue reading →

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Feeling Rested Depends on the Day

Posted on October 17, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

This is an interesting question because the answer really depends on the intent for what I want to get done that day. Sometimes, a lazy day is needed for rest and relaxation, especially when life has been busy and hectic. … Continue reading →

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