I have always been a prolific reader, devouring books, columnists’ writing, in-depth articles (see a previous entry), and other stuff. I got that from my father, who had an enormous library filled with the classics of fiction, history books, and numerous biographies of famous people. What my dad didn’t have, I filled in with tripsContinue reading “The Importance of Reading: A Lifeline for the Aging Mind”
Author Archives: John Berkovich
Seeing the Big Picture: Why You Should Step Back Instead of Reacting to Every Headline
“Too much information running through my brain/Too much information, driving me insane.” So sang The Police in 1981 in the song “Too Much Information,” which was a ditty about the glut of information at the time. If that was apropos forty-four years ago before every news station ran 24/7 and before the Internet, then thinkContinue reading “Seeing the Big Picture: Why You Should Step Back Instead of Reacting to Every Headline”
Addressing the Complexities of Self-Sabotage
Self-sabotage is a complex behavior, often rooted in underlying psychological, emotional, or behavioral patterns. As one who has sometimes engaged in this behavior, sometimes without realizing it, I wanted to look at how it can be overcome or significantly reduced so it doesn’t destroy any progress achieved and create a downward spiral. Here are someContinue reading “Addressing the Complexities of Self-Sabotage”
Understanding Employer Ghosting in Job Applications
You have experienced it. I have experienced it. Everyone I know has experienced it to a greater or lesser degree. And that is ghosting when applying for a job – whether it is full-time, part-time, contract, retainer, or a one-time project. Ghosting by employers has unfortunately become a common experience for job seekers, and whileContinue reading “Understanding Employer Ghosting in Job Applications”
The Importance of Reading In-Depth Articles in a World of Sound Bites
In the digital age, where information travels at the speed of a tweet and news is often consumed in bite-sized snippets, the art of reading in-depth articles is in danger of being lost. While social media posts and sound bites are convenient for quick updates, they lack the depth, nuance, and context necessary for trulyContinue reading “The Importance of Reading In-Depth Articles in a World of Sound Bites”
The Chilling Truth: How Cold Weather Affects Us as We Age
As we enter the heart of winter in the northern hemisphere, and in my case, living in a four-season climate where each one can be experienced to the extreme, it’s time I explored the reality of cold weather on the mind and body—especially when we get older. Cold weather is more than just an inconvenienceContinue reading “The Chilling Truth: How Cold Weather Affects Us as We Age”
The Connection Between Procrastination and Depression
With winter in these parts comes seasonal affective disorder for many, a sluggish feeling caused by a lack of consistent sunlight. Though it’s not as bad as it used to be, I deal with SAD but have learned to be proactive; what helps is a SAD light, mountains of vitamin D tablets, being grateful forContinue reading “The Connection Between Procrastination and Depression”
Point to Ponder – Part Two
Perhaps it’s because I grew up in an inevitably noisy environment with four siblings and a father who always, and I mean always, had to have the radio on in the middle of the house that I am sensitive to background noise. I can sit in a media room or an office with two hundredContinue reading “Point to Ponder – Part Two”
Points to Ponder – Part One
This is one of those entries where I cover various topics based on my observations of life. So, I will call it Point to Ponder – Part One. And away we go. Artificial Intelligence is a valuable tool, but I am already sick of Facebook entries written by AI or alleged photographs that are AI-createdContinue reading “Points to Ponder – Part One”
Losing Weight at 60: My Journey to a Healthier Me – Entry Two
Jeez, has it really been five months since I began and wrote about my journey to lose weight? The calendar says yes. It’s been an exciting yet challenging journey, and while I have lost only seventeen (17) pounds since I began, I feel better. I say only because I expected and hoped for double thatContinue reading “Losing Weight at 60: My Journey to a Healthier Me – Entry Two”
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