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Today we have a guest post from Alexis Bonari – Thanks Alexis! I recently read that people with a higher level of self control display the following traits: 1. Less likely to be obese 2. Earn more money 3. Score higher on tests 4. And are happier in general If someone told you by following a few simple steps you could [...] Read Full Story

Over the past number of months we’ve had some pretty big swings in the market and also in public opinion of what will happen with  stocks in the future.  I came a cross an objective article written by Anthony Mirhaydari comparing predictions of a few who follow Wall Street….. Anthony has his commentary and opinion, which [...] Read Full Story

For years my priorities were to climb the corporate ladder (or to at least stay employed and provide for my family!)  It was important for me to have the respect of my peers too and this meant working numerous hours (or so I thought), and giving up things in other areas of my life. That changed [...] Read Full Story

I received this letter from Alexander Green, and felt it important to share with you in it’s entirety.  Please let me know your thoughts after taking the time to read it. Philosopher Peter Singer has a question for you. As you are walking to work, you pass a small pond and see a toddler splashing along the [...] Read Full Story

For many people Independence Day (celebrated on the 4th of July in the U.S.) doesn’t conjur up much thought except they get an extra day off work (those who are still working), and where they should go, and what will they BBQ. Others, will attend local parades and get into the “feeling” a bit more as [...] Read Full Story

When you need to get energized, what do you do? Where do you go? It’s said that everyone has an “element” they are attracted to that provides a balance and energy for them. For some it may be water, or metals, or wood – which is the case for me. As much as [...] Read Full Story

Yes, Mr. “H” has talked about it for some time now, and he actually followed through last week.  He pulled the trigger to sell the house he built. Who knows what the next chapter will read from here….there are numerous options we can explore.  To see the craftsmanship of this home built by and for Mr. [...] Read Full Story

This was a different Memorial Weekend in that instead of having a traditional BBQ and taking time to appreciate all of the Veterans who have made life in the U.S. the way “we know it” – my daughter and I took a road trip to Portland.  We still took the time to talk about our [...] Read Full Story

A trusted adviser of mine (Kip Herriage) sent this article a couple of days ago.  I’m normally an optimist, so to me this is down right scary.  Reading all types of information helps with making informed, educated decisions though, that’s why I’m sharing this with you today…. Richard Russell, the famous writer of the Dow Theory [...] Read Full Story

I read a number of newsletters, some on stock trading, & others on the world economy in general – some in my family feel it’s all rather boring.  Regardless though, here’s an article that I wanted to share, and hope you take the time to read.  I will be posting some others similar over the [...] Read Full Story