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Adjusting My Jetpack Joyride with Mindfulness

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:December 6, 2023
Post category:Depression Health and Fitness Joy mindfulness self-awareness Self-care
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We need to feel like our lives are meaningful, to ourselves, our family, and others.

Seeking Happy: A Single Dad Explains His Joyousness

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:January 24, 2022
Post category:Depression Health and Fitness humans of divorce Joy Love mindfulness Relationships Self-care Sex Single-Dad Spirituality

It is time to evaluate all of the relationships in your life and set boundaries and priorities with each of them. Some people will need to be removed.

Am I Addicted to Touch?

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:April 27, 2019
Post category:Dating Depression Health and Fitness Joy Love Relationships Self-care Sex Single-Dad Spirituality

Some questions about touch, sex, and my emotional intelligence: Do I need a woman? Would I be okay alone? Why is it so hard on my core personality to be alone? Am I addicted to love, or physical touch?

Durable Love: Forgiving Your Ex and Refinding Love

Post author:John McElhenney
Post published:November 22, 2013
Post category:Co-Parenting Divorce Love Money Parenting Relationships Self-care Single-Dad

I had the desire and intention to go the distance with my ex-wife. When I entered the agreement, and we decided to have kids, the deal was sealed for me. And love was never an issue. Compatibility and control could often come up, but I *never* doubted my love for my wife.