by Austin Alexander | Dec 27, 2017 | Action, Art, Love, self-esteem
I’ve found in my life, vulnerability is the biggest solution or point of relief for me when I’m facing overwhelming adversity, anxiety, anger, or an affliction. Vulnerability keeps me open. It makes me more likely to find empathy for myself and others,...
by Austin Alexander | Mar 25, 2016 | Food, Love, unhealthy, Vice
I don’t remember when exactly my obsession with popcorn began. I mean, I liked popcorn as a kid but I was never like “all about it” until recently. The butter, salt, and texture just takes control of my brain and taste buds, and won’t let go....
by Austin Alexander | Mar 6, 2016 | Action, Art, Artist, Ego, healthy, Love, Vice
Sometimes rules work best as reminders, so I thought I would phrase this one in the form of a question. For most of my life, I have identified as a night owl. It’s worked to my benefit and detriment. So, lately I have been checking in with myself more often to...
by Austin Alexander | Mar 5, 2016 | Ego, Family, Friends, Love, Vice
It’s true. You take a gamble when you walk out of the door every day. You take a gamble calling someone your friend, your lover, your coworker, and on and on. You take a gamble that these people are going to benefit you in one way or another, and not cause you...
by Austin Alexander | Feb 29, 2016 | humanity, Life, Love, meaning, nature, Planning, Time
Of course, I would pick the year that has 366 days in it to write a daily blog for the first time. I have always made things a little more challenging for myself than they need to be. I’m working on this aspect of my personality. Work smart, not hard. That comes...
by Austin Alexander | Feb 28, 2016 | Action, Conversation, Friends, healthy, Love
Today, one of the closest friends I have in my life moved away to St. Louis. It’s been a bittersweet experience that I don’t think I have fully processed through. I guess the processing happens in the process. I am actually excited for him. The move is...
