Matty Thinks

Tag: Mindfulness

  • Identity and Technology in the New Year

    Identity and Technology in the New Year

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    Matthew Triplett
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    Forget New Year’s resolutions; it’s more about integrating your identity. In 2025, mere intentions crumble beneath the weight of subconscious habits. The tyrant habit has us all. Observe the obsessive phone addiction that has an impact on us all. Thinking of the children: Generation Beta faces an uncertain future. Choose actions that propel you forward.…

  • Sounds of Thanksgiving

    Sounds of Thanksgiving

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    Matthew Triplett
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    In the hustle of daily life, Thanksgiving prompts us to pause and appreciate our blessings. Here’s a heartfelt message highlighting the importance of gratitude and connection, urging us to cherish shared experiences and the simple joys we often overlook. Let this season inspire warmth, reflection, and appreciation for our loved ones.

  • Elements A Journey Through Earth, Water, Wind, and Fire

    Elements A Journey Through Earth, Water, Wind, and Fire

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    Matthew Triplett
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    The elemental forces that shape our existence: be as solid as Earth for stability, fluid as Water for adaptability, free as Wind for emotional release, and passionate as Fire for spiritual growth. Dive deep within yourself; unearth your true essence amidst the chaos. Self-actualization is your ultimate achievement.

  • Finding Hope on Halloween: Honing Light in the Darkness

    Finding Hope on Halloween: Honing Light in the Darkness

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    Matthew Triplett
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    On this All Hallows Eve, the shower becomes a meditation on hope’s duality. Hollow hope is a mere survival instinct. Healthy hope drives us toward growth and resilience. Philosophers like Plato, Aristotle, Seneca, and Epictetus reveal that true hope is anchored in reality, wisdom, and inner strength, not illusion or wishful thinking. Happy Halloween.

  • Was, Could Be, or Is?

    Was, Could Be, or Is?

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    Matthew Triplett
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    We often find ourselves trapped in our worries, either mired in past disappointments or paralyzed by future anxieties. The key is to focus on the present, making conscious choices about our reactions to life’s challenges. Embracing the now allows us to break free from stagnation, cultivating a more fulfilling existence.

  • The River Run of Time.

    The River Run of Time.

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    Matthew Triplett
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    Time is a relentless tyrant, shrinking our youth into mere moments while casting shadows of our experiences. It’s a flowing river, urging us to act and seize the fleeting days. Embrace the present’s preciousness, reflect on your path, and navigate with intention—not as passengers, but as captains of our destiny.

  • Breathing Life into Purpose

    Breathing Life into Purpose

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    Matthew Triplett
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    In the pursuit of intentional living, conscious breathing holds transformative power. Marion, a mindfulness advocate, emphasizes the profound impact of breath-work during life’s chaos. Through techniques like the Wim Hof Method and Holotropic Breathing, individuals can shift from mere survival to thriving. By taking control of our breath, we take control of our lives, crafting…

  • How do you Breathe?

    How do you Breathe?

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    Matthew Triplett
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    So many of us live on autopilot, just like our involuntary breathing. But what if we pursued our goals with the same urgency as we seek oxygen? This insightful post challenges us to stop waiting for opportunities to be served and start consciously choosing our actions. We’re urged to live intentionally, to savor and digest…