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Momentum by JamesBaruch
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Momentumby James Baruch
A short essay on the phenomena of Momentum for those who struggle with Anxiety and Depression.
"Midnight Snack" by JamesBaruch
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"Midnight Snack"by James Baruch
A poem about Eating on Ambien
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Mai Pen Rai by JamesBaruch
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Mai Pen Raiby James Baruch
It's a known fact that mai pen rai is one of the most-used responses in the Thai language. The three syllables roughly translate to "it's okay" or "don't...
"If only you brew" by JamesBaruch
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"If only you brew"by James Baruch
A short poem about Starbucks.
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Problem Solving:  Resisting the  natural urge to complete someone else's puzzl.. by JamesBaruch
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Problem Solving: Resisting the n...by James Baruch
There are many problems in the world, but do they all need solving? And if so, are you responsible? This is a short essay on taking a different approach of trying to so...
Letting go to gain control: Finding peace during the holidays. by JamesBaruch
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Letting go to gain control: Findin...by James Baruch
Sometimes you have to let go to get a better grip on life. My thoughts on why this year is more peaceful for me and maybe could be for you too.
On Giving: Thinking about Generosity is enough for some. by JamesBaruch
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On Giving: Thinking about Generosi...by James Baruch
Giving is such a personal decision, and it's further complicated by impulses of greed, fear, and self preservation. This short essay discusses why it is so difficult for...
Pharmacy 101: Insider tips for a better experience. by JamesBaruch
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Pharmacy 101: Insider tips for a b...by James Baruch
A behind the scenes look at your local pharmacy. Are you frustrated trying to get your prescription's filled? Are you over paying? What the hell is GoodRx? And why d...
Mental Vacation by JamesBaruch
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Mental Vacationby James Baruch
A short writing about the hassle of travel.
"Christmas in Hannover" by JamesBaruch
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"Christmas in Hannover"by James Baruch
A short story about one special Christmas away from home.
Everyone's an expert; yet critical thinking people tend to disagree. by JamesBaruch
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Everyone's an expert; yet critical...by James Baruch
They speak, we listen. Join me in exploring why so many people accept what others say as fact without asking critical questions.
Spreading like wildfire: And baby let it burn. by JamesBaruch
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Spreading like wildfire: And baby...by James Baruch
Increasingly, with a 24 hours news cycle, and citizen cell phone newscasters, our society is quick to make a judgement about the most serious of situations without any f...
It really is a small world by JamesBaruch
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It really is a small worldby James Baruch
What were the chances of randomly running into a distant relative when I traveled 4,000 miles away from home? For me... 100% This is a quick story about how small the w...
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Table for one: A solo trip to Thailand. by JamesBaruch
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Table for one: A solo trip to Thai...by James Baruch
Travel to Bangkok alone was a peaceful experience. Why you should live your life and not depend on others when deciding to take adventures small and large.
AGENT ORANGE - The Fraud of Fifth Avenue by JamesBaruch
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AGENT ORANGE - The Fraud of Fifth...by James Baruch
Poem about the problems of a two party system.
Tie Game by JamesBaruch
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Tie Gameby James Baruch
A poem about little league baseball.
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Gift Cards; Could there be a worse gift? by JamesBaruch
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Gift Cards; Could there be a worse...by James Baruch
My whimsical take on gift cards, and why I think they are the worst gift to give.
Spinning wheels by JamesBaruch
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Spinning wheelsby James Baruch
A poem about drinking and gambling.
Perspective: A True Understanding of The Relative Unimportance of Life. by JamesBaruch
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Perspective: A True Understanding...by James Baruch
How negative thoughts influence your health, relationships, and happiness. A short essay about the power of positive thinking, purposeful doing, and how you can feel bet...