Random Thoughts: The A to Z Blog of the Overactive Mind

Ever had one of those days where you feel like you were designed to take on absolutely anything other than the task at hand?  If so, like me you are the human embodiment of the mighty Tyrannosaurus Rex. At 40 feet long and with a head and jaws powerful enough to eat a Jeep Cherokee with Dave driving, mighty T-rex was one imposing dude. Yet, he also had arms so comedically undersized that he couldn't pick his own nose. You know what? Let's go with scratch. Scratch his own nose. More socially acceptable, and less bizarre nightmare fuel. Still... imagine. Being King Lizard, lord of the dinosaurs and apex predator of apex predators, yet needing to employ the buddy system to put on deodorant or zip up your pants. Yet, T-Rex thrived despite looking like an oversized beach ball with toothpick arms. So, there's probably hope for us, too. Tiny Arms, Big Problems The mental image of a T-Rex trying to perform basic tasks with those woefully tiny arms is hilarious. Imagine those tiny a...

  If you're reading this, it's already too late. You've entered the influence zone. Your defenses are lowered and your synapses are soft clay in the hands of a master in delivering unsolicited yet benevolent wisdom.  YES, I'm talking about me!! Sheesh. The very reason I woke up this morning was to begin rewiring your brain to accept my advice. That's right. Not just read it, or scroll past it and nod like it's possibly meaningful. But hear it in Morgan Freeman's deep resonating voice and really take it in. Encompass it in the folds of your grey matter like a sponge soaking up someone else's bathwater. Only the bathwater is a little more sage wisdom and far less visually disgusting.  I could've called this post "Helpful Tips for Self-Improvement" or "How to Change Your Thinking Habits," but those have been done to death. And don't start with 'R'. Besides, everyone and their mindfulness coach has a five-step plan and a c...