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I have been completely consumed and overwhelmed at work since the beginning of January.But today, I’m finishing the last of three really consuming projects.It’s a reminder to me of three critical lessons that are really helpful to keep in mind when life gets challenging.First,“this too shall pass.” Everything eventually ends and at that point you can catch up on sleep, relax, and so on, but the memory of what kind of job you did will always be with you.Second, to live is to work, and if we can learn to find meaning in that we will be so much happier.Last of all, work will always be a challenge because they don’t pay you to do things that are fun and easy. You only get paid to do things that are unpleasant or challenging or require unique, skills. The trick is to make sure you are willing to accept the trade-offs cost and benefits.Sending you all my love,Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I was asked twice recently to post some thoughts about relationships, both for those not in a relationship who would like to become in those who are in a relationship, but don’t feel it is working out.I don’t pretend to be an expert, but there are basic foundational understandings that used to be just woven into the culture.And, after 33 years of marriage, I have learned a few things myself, and been around others who have had long-term relationships as well. I’m going to do my best to share these principles that I believe have helped me and many others.I’ll probably do a whole bunch of these little snippets.I am struck by the fact that the fundamental mindset and skills and understandings that allow relationships to thrive used to be baked into culture in a way it no longer seems to be.So I think one of the first steps is being around people who have what you want and tuning out those who don’t have what you want.Also, it’s easy to look in the past and see where things weren’t good, and where there needed to be changes. But often these problems can be changed, improved, and tweaked: they don’t have to just be thrown out.Good relationships are such a big key to happiness and I want you to be happy! So much love,Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

If you really want to be empowered and happy, try replacing the words “I have to../“ with “I choose to..” or “ I’m investing in…”I often catch myself, saying, “I have to do such and such,” when there’s a task that I don’t really like or want to do.But the reality is that most of these things are actually just natural results of what I have already chosen to do.Often they are investments in something greater even if they are not common themselves things I like.So instead of saying, “I have to do this.” I tried to say “I have chosen to do this.” Or, “this is an investment that I’m making for some greater good.“This will help you feel empowered and self-actualized, and that will make you happy. And I do so want you to be happy!All my love, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Sometimes we have problems that are really big and are difficult and hard. But other times, the problems that seem huge may end up not being quite as big as we feared, and the solutions may be easier than we anticipated. It’s just good to remember that and hold out the possibility that maybe it won’t be quite as hard or difficult or bad as we think it is going to be. I had a mentor who always used to say, “Give things a chance to be okay.” Turns out, this is often true. And even when it’s not, worrying and stressing didn’t help do anything productive. All my love,Your #InternetGrandpaYour This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

It’s pretty common for us to feel stuck sometimes. Nothing seems to work. Nothing seems to be going well and not only does it seem like it’s not going well it almost seems like things are working against us.Often when this happens to me it feels like this happens across the board in nearly every area of my life.But I have discovered something that works every single time. It’s almost miraculous. The thing I’ve learned is that once we take an action, however, small, of any kind it creates literal power in our lives.That creates momentum that helps us and either helps us to change our circumstances for seems to create the energy that makes things unfold and happen for us in good ways.One small action, a choice and then a little effort it’s all it authentic takes to start a powerful chain reaction.However, the effect is often disproportionate but so is the initial effort when we are stuck it really is hard to take even small steps, and so we have to push through inertia, but once I do that, I’m always glad in the result is always helpful, but sometimes miraculous.All my love,Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Sometimes life seems to be an utter disaster. It may seem to be falling apart, or it may seem to be such a mess that there’s no room to fall apart because we haven’t gotten anywhere.Let me tell you why I think you don’t need to worry.When things don’t go well look and see if you have good bones so to speak.Are the fundamentals in place? If so, then you just need to be patient and keep going.If not, work on the fundamentals and get them in place and eventually, with time and practice, everything else will follow.All my love,YourYour #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

We can feel overwhelmed by our circumstances. Often, however, the things we experience may be the inevitable trade-offs and results of choices we’ve madeWhen we can see our ourselves as an actor—someone who makes choices and then understands the outcomes of those choices, good or bad, we empower ourselves to be better at coping with challenges. And, where necessary, we can see how to make different choices.While, none of us have complete control over our lives, seeing ourselves as agents and actors, who make choices and act, as opposed to objects who are acted upon, is a huge key to happiness.And I want you to be happy!All my love, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

YOU are lovable! You are worthy of being loved! You are an incredible being of great light and beauty and, I promise you, YOU are loved!If you don’t feel that here’s something I learned from my own experience that will help. In the meantime I am sending you so much love! Sincerely. #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

We all want our lives to be smooth, perhaps having some occasional bumps along the way. The reality is that it’s generally going to be the opposite-but that doesn’t mean life is bad or that we need to be unahppy. We can lament and mourn and rage against that fact, or we can learn to deal with it. When the ocean's too choppy to swim we can learn to surf! The struggle is the way and this too shall pass. This will help you to be happy in life and I want you to be happy! So much love, #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

When we react and allow our interactions to be based on another person’s actions, we lose power over our lives. And, often, in doing this, we give power to the people who are the worst people to make decisions for us.You get to choose who you are in every interaction. So, set your boundaries — but set them from your aspirations and values, not your anger or frustrations. This is a huge key to being happy and self-actualized, and I want you to be happy! So much love, #YourInternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

A shout out to all of you super organized people, the ones who step up when no one else will, who take care of an important task, who understand why tasks are important, who read and follow the directions, who remember deadlines, and who work to follow the rules, those who are making sure that not only the trains run on time, but that even the small details are attended to, like making sure there’s dishwashing soap in the employees break room. I know it can be thankless at times. I just want you to know I appreciate you! I see you and I am grateful for you! All my love,Your Internet Grandpa#YourInternetGrandpa #affirmations #rulefollowers #TypeA #Positivity #encouragement This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

In difficult, challenging times, it's important to stay connected and focused on those closest to us, those to whom we owe the most and the best of our efforts and energies. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Anywhere we go, we are bound to have situations with people who annoy us. But these resentments, frustrations, annoyance, feuds, etc. build up into a huge drain on our current happiness, and our future accomplishment and joy. Letting go of these things is critical to happiness, peace, and becoming your very best self in every way. possible now, and in the future. And, I want you to be happy! So much love,#yourinternetgrandpa #grudges #resentment #lifeadvice #growth #internetgrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

A really important key to happiness in life is learning to tune out voices and people who seem like they know it all, but really will not lead us to success in any given endeavor. In my experience, often the people who know the most are not the most glamorous or exciting. It’s easier to follow people who seem to have some secret insight or who look and sound the most appealing. But we often end up following voices who really haven’t achieved, or have even failed at, what we are trying to accomplish. So try to find guides who have actually done what you are hoping to achieve and listen and follow them closely. This is probably one of the biggest things I know that will help. You have a happy, productive life, and avoid things that will be bitterly disappointing. I want you to be happy! So much love, ##yourinternetgrandpa##fyp##internetgrandpa##lifeadvice##growth This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Here’s the single best thing I’ve learned that helps me get through work when things are hard for me: when it’s really challenging to focus, or when the day—or week—seems endless. As is so often the case, the most helpful approach is counterintuitive, and, while it is not complicated, it is not always easy to be consistent. But with time and practice, it becomes much easier. It’s an important part of being happy—and I want you to be happy!All my love,Your Internet Grandpa#YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #Lifelessons #Lifeadvice #Positivity #Happiness #Growth #Work This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Life requires us to work. It can feel very daunting when you look ahead and realize how many years you will need to work. I had this conversation last night as one of my children was realizing he had a good 40 or 45 years of work ahead of him. I feel the same even though I have (hopefully) more like 15 or so years ahead of me. Work is a big part of life, so if you can learn to be happy working, then you will be happy in life. And I do so want you to be happy! All my love,Your Internet Grandpa​#YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #Lifelessons #Lifeadvice #Positivity #Happiness #Growth This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Just wanted to send one of my patented, big-guy, encompassing hugs for whoever might need it. So much love,Your Internet Grandpa​​#YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #Lifelessons #Lifeadvice #Positivity #Happiness #VirtualHugs This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

You really are amazing. You are a radiant being of light; you are trying to do and be good, and even when you don’t hit that goal all the time, the effort alone makes a difference. Sending you so much love!Your Internet Grandpa​​#YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #Lifelessons #Lifeadvice #Positivity #Happiness #Growth #Affirmations This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

This year I’m recommitting to avoiding any stuff online--on any platform, in any form--that makes me angry, suspicious, or contemptuous. Anything that makes me feel superior and smug. Anything that tempts me to see another person as anything less than a full human being with all the dignity, nuance, and potential that implies and entitles us to. I’ve been working on this for a long time now, but I want to up my game even more. I have found that this is a really important key to being happy, and I do so want you to be happy! All my love,Your Internet Grandpa#YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #Lifelessons #Lifeadvice #Positivity #Happiness #Growth #Peace #CivilDiscourse #HumanDignity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

It can be hard to reach out to others who might need us, because we might not think we have anything to offer. Or, we might not be sure what to do. But it’s still important to try. Here’s why, and here are a few ideas on how to start. This is a huge part of being happy, and I want you to be happy! So much love, #Yourinternetgrandpa #Internetgrandpa #lifeadvice #growth #advice #positivity #lifelessons #happiness This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Part two of how gratitude is an actual power and how it can help us in our lives. #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #Gratitude #Thanksgiving #Power #Growth #Positivity #Happiness #LifeAdvice #LifeLessons This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Just a reminder that you matter so much more than you probably realize. I wanted to remind you that YOU are made out of the same material as the most incredible people who have ever lived. YOU are much more than you think! I am sending you all my love! Sincerely, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

When you are doing something worthwhile but hard, attempting and struggling to do something challenging, something that takes time and effort: just keep going. Small steps over time will yield results, even if they aren't quick or obvious, and even if your progress is not in a straight line. Keep going! You will eventually get there--and be all the happier for it. Much Love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #grandpositivity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I have learned that relationships--of any kind, romantic, family, friendship, or professional--often start because of emotion of some kind. But they persist and grow based on apologies and forgiveness. Much love to you all! Sincerely, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #grandpositivity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I've learned in my marriage that commitment is greater than love. When I was told that, I didn't like it! But I soon found it was true. The thing about that, though, is that this is true in nearly anything in life, in any relationship or activity or endeavor. Commitment is always going to be greater than love, talent, passion, enthusiasm, energy, etc. If you can remember this you are on the way to happiness and success--and I do want you to be happy and successful! So much love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #grandpositivity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Good things always stretch us and are challenging. But bad things are often hard too. How can we discern when a hard stretch is good and worth sticking with vs. when something is just bad and not helpful? Well, I had a thought on that the other day. Much Love, ##YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #Grandpositivity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

We’re celebrating our 32nd anniversary this week and I am reminded of a few basic lessons that are applicable to everything in life, I believe. First of all:anything good is just going to be difficult, and it will likely be difficult to the extent it is good (and vice versa). Much Love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

We all get discouraged from time to time, even if we generally enjoy the endeavor that brings us that discouragement. I had a little patch with that recently, but a happy ending reminded me of a few important things.Love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I heard someone described once as a "kiss-up, kick-down" person. I had a boss like that once as well. It's human nature to be really respectful to people above us, and be kind of a jerk—or at least thoughtless— to those who may have less status. It is natural, but not good! Ironically, trying to treat everyone with the same level of respect helps us become more fully our authentic selves, which makes us happy. And--wait for it--I want you to be happy! So much love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #Grandpositivity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Some thoughts on the importance of (non-romantic) love in the world and our lives, and how we can spread and cultivate it. This may be one of the biggest factors for happiness--your own and that of other people. And, as always, I want you to be happy! Much Love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #fyp #Grandpositivity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Learning to love your work is an important way to be happy in life! And, it is something that can be learned and practiced, even if you don't currently feel that way about what you do. Sending you so much love! Love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #fyp This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Learning to love people, really love real people, will make you happy (and them, but mostly you). And, I want you to experience love and happiness in life. Much Love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa #fyp #Grandpositivity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Love is a verb, not merely a feeling. That means we can act and do, not wait for a feeling, and what we can do, we can practice and get better at. Learning to love, and not only in a romantic sense, can make us so much happier in life. And I do wan't you to be happy! Much Love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

When you are worried about big problems in the world that you can't control, it can be empowering and very healthy to address somethng that IS in your control. Focus on what you can do, not on what other people aren't/won't/don't/can't do. A small productive step in the real world will always be better than only being angry, upset, or righteous in your mind or online. Even small things in real life will make the world a better place in concrete terms, and will help you be more peaceful and happy. And I do want you to be happy! Much Love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Just a reminder that you matter, that you are loved, that you are valuable, important, and of infinite worth; that you have infinite potential! You are brighter, better, stronger, smarter, more competent and capable than you probably know, you are doing better than you think, and you are making important contributions around you! And, for what it's worth, I love you and am cheering you on! Much Love, #YourInternetGrandpa#InternetGrandpa #fyp This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

One of my most humiliating, mortifying experiences in high school ended up being--not that bad. I think there's an important lesson in this very awkward story and I hope it helps you find peace. As always, I want you to be happy. You are wonderful and I'm sending you lots of love! P.S. Likes, saves, shares, comments, etc. would be lovely. The cool-kid-algorithm is ignoring me lately. Love, #YourInternetGrandpa #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I recently had to decide how serious I was about living the values I say I believe in. Our values don't really mean much until it is hard to live them. It's in these times that we find out how serious we are about what we believe. But, even when it's hard--especially when it's hard--by living our values we find freedom and self-actualization. This is a big key to happiness--and I want you to be happy, free, and self-actualized! As always, I"m sending you so much love. You are wonderful! P.S. Can you help me get the algorithm's attention? Any likes, shares, saves, forwards, comments, etc. would be so appreciated. Much Love, Your #InternetGrandpa #YourInternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I worry a lot about the content that your generations are exposed to. There is so much contempt and criticism about men and women--you can find both, often from people who have had very little life experience. Or, from people who have real and traumatic experiences, but then make vast generalizations. My wife and I will soon have married for 32 years and I've learned a lot in that time. I've also learned a lot by working with and knowing a lot of women and a lot of men. People can't easily be generalized about. I worry that absorbing too much of this will make it harder for you to have happy, fulfilling relationships, whether romantic or friendship, with anyone who is much different than you. That risks robbing you of a lot of joy and meaning, and I want you to be happy! Sending you so much love, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

We all know how it feels to get in a rut sometimes. There are things we have to do, but we're just not feeling it--but it still has to be done. That is natural and very human. I recently realized I was in a rut on something and re-learned a lesson about how to manage these times. It's helped my happiness and energy a lot--and I do want you to be happy! So much love, Your #InternetGrandpa #fyp This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Here is why I don't talk about politics on this account--or online in general. It's just my own thing, but I do think being more intentional about the spaces where we talk about and ingest political stuff is a generally healthy thing to do for our minds, souls, and honestly, our democracy. But that's just me. We can differ peacefully and respectfully, and that's a wonderful thing about this country. Sending you all love and peace, happiness and joy. Much Love, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

A somewhat vulnerable story about how I learned that when you feel important things aren’t being done or said, it may be your cue to step up and be what and who you feel is missing, even when you don’t feel like you’re very good at it! Even imperfect efforts may end up changing things for the better for someone else, and also, almost surely, for yourself! And that is a great way to be happy! So much love, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Life is hard! It just takes a long time to get life together and to learn how to do it well. In fact, it takes a lifetime! If you’re not quite where you want to be or where you think you should be, first of all, I suspect you’re doing better than you think. But secondly, give yourself a little grace and focus on some small and simple steps to grow a little bit. I think you’re wonderful! Love, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Here’s my final message for you, just in case TikTok shuts down and we lose touch. There are a few things I hope and pray that you will remember and this is my attempt to distill all of that into one short message. I genuinely want you to be happy and I’m genuinely sending you all of my love. Sincerely, Your #internetgrandpa#If you want to keep in touch: Instagram: your.internet grandpaSpotify/Apple Podcasts: #InternetGrandpawww.bradenbell.comNever miss an episode!Help me spread the word! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I’ve never been a big New Year’s resolutions person and I don’t find a year to be very helpful marker of time for self-improvement. But I do find that I’m happier when I try to be better and keep growing. For me, though, a week and even a day, works far better as the period of time I’m using to frame my growth. And of course, I want all of you to be happy! I’m sending you so much love, love, Your #InternetGrandpaDon’t miss an episode or a post!Help me spread the word! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I’ve been really discouraged to see the way our compassion for people is often influenced by their perceived political beliefs. This is not healthy for our humanity or for us. This really risks hurting our humanity—which hurts our souls and will not make us happy. And I want you to be happy! So much love, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I was very different than almost every other boy I knew, growing up. I was used to being and outsider. They were actually pretty nice to me, but I worried about fitting in and what they might say or think about me. So, I basically let them define me and what I did and who I was. When I was about 14, I came to a turning point and I remember it very clearly: a specific phrase came to my mind and served as a key that sort of unlocked an internal, mental gate, so to speak. Since then, I've been free and able to make my own cohices and be myself without reference to what other people may )or may not) think about me. This is a a huge step to being self-actualized and happy in life, and I do so want you to be happy! Sending you all my love, Your #InternetGrandpa #fyp This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I’m not a big one for checklists or goals, but I do think growth and self-improvement are important keys to happiness and meaning. I like to focus my actions on trying to be better and more fully live my values. I find that asking myself a few questions on Monday mornings helps me do that better. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

Happy Friday! I’m proud of you for making it through another week. Here’s a simple thing I do each Friday at the end of the workweek that’s helped me be more intentional in my life and less just punching the clock. Also, what are you proud of yourself for doing this week? Love, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I was joking with some teacher friends about the fact that we don't make a lot of money, so many of our clothes are worn and even a bit shabby. But, then we have a few really nice, new, even high-end things in our closets that were gifts from generous families. It's sort of a funny contrast. This random conversation reminded me that all of us have areas in our lives and souls that are shabby, and some that are shiny and new. There are three tricks to help us manage this reality in a productive way, a good way to engage with our own shabby places, those of other people around us, and end up all the better for it! This is a key to happiness and finding meaning and self-actualization in your life--and I want you to be happy! Love you, Your #InternetGrandpa This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com

I never want the Christmas tree to come down, but I’m inevitably glad when I walk out and see how open the space, how clean and fresh the room looks. I feel like that’s a good metaphor for life. So often I don’t want something to end, but, once they do, it turns out there’s a new and exciting opening in my life, room for fresh and exciting things, unburdened my the past’s clutter. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradenbell.substack.com