I’m all for improvement. If something has a legitimate problem, fix it. If there’s a glitch, repair it. If you … More
Author: Beebop
I believe wisdom comes not just from books, but from years of living, learning, and observing the world. My writing blends personal experience, practical advice, and reflections on life, work, and society. You’ll find stories that reach back to earlier decades, lessons I’ve learned in business and everyday living, and thoughts on how we can approach today’s challenges with perspective and resilience.
This blog is a place where I share insights, lessons, and stories that I hope will inspire, challenge, or simply give you something meaningful to think about.
How My Mindset Affects My Financial Success
Your mindset doesn’t guarantee financial success, but it greatly influences the decisions that lead to it. People who succeed financially … More
The Gig-Economy Hamster Wheel
How does your mind I understand the attraction of gig work. Whether it is driving for Uber, delivering for DoorDash, … More
Have Their Politics Changed—or Just Their Social Circle?
One of the strangest things in today’s political climate is watching financially successful friends drift away from the conservative principles … More
The year my girls were toddlers
If I could relive one year of my life, I wouldn’t choose the easiest or most fun year—I’d choose one … More
Are You Approaching 70? Sarcopenia May Be Sneaking Up on You
Sarcopenia—the gradual loss of muscle mass and strength—can creep up on you without your realizing it. You may not notice … More
Note to All Tech Companies: If It’s Not Broken, Don’t Fix It
There is a strange phenomenon in the human brain: when we see something different, we often assume it must be … More
When Capitalism Stops Working for the Majority
The bottom line is this: when more voters cannot make ends meet—or must depend on government programs to survive—than voters … More
My five favorite apps are:
Apple Maps — I use it constantly. I love knowing where I’m going, how long it will take, and finding … More
a beautiful crystal chandelier
The best thing I ever randomly found on the street was a beautiful crystal chandelier that I sold for about … More
Honestly, I wouldn’t be doing any job.
If the Salary Were the Same, What Job Would You Be Doing Right Now—and Why? Honestly, I wouldn’t be doing … More
How Someone Can Look Fine at 70—and Then Suddenly Fall Apart
I’ll be 70 next year, and the older I get, the more I understand how someone can appear perfectly healthy … More
