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What Are the Most Important Things Needed to Live a Good Life?
It’s a question that lingers in quiet moments: What do I really need to live a good life? Not just to exist or get by—but to truly live, with depth and satisfaction. The answer, while personal, often circles back to a few timeless truths. They’re not flashy or trending. But they are the bedrock of Read more
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Why “The Devil Is in the Details” Is Actually Great News
You’ve probably heard the phrase “The devil is in the details.” It usually comes with a warning—don’t overlook the small things, or they’ll come back to haunt you. On the surface, it sounds a bit ominous. But what if we flipped the script? What if those pesky details were actually the key to excellence, creativity, Read more
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Happy Socks: A Touch of Joy in Everyday Life
We all have those small things that bring a spark of joy to an otherwise ordinary day—a favorite mug, a song that hits just right, or the feeling of sun on your face. For many, that little burst of happiness comes from something even simpler: their socks. More specifically, Happy Socks—Sweden’s beloved brand that turned Read more
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What It Really Means When Someone Says “Be Well”
You’ve probably heard it in passing—at the end of an email, a phone call, or a conversation with a friend: “Be well.” It’s a gentle, almost poetic phrase. But what does it actually mean? And why does it stick with us in a way that’s different from a simple “Take care” or “Goodbye”? “Be well” Read more
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Why Your Greatest Asset Isn’t in the Bank—It’s Your Health
We’ve all heard the saying “Health is wealth.” It’s short, familiar, and easy to overlook. But behind those three little words is a truth that hits harder the older—or busier—you get. In today’s world, success is often measured by career milestones, the size of your paycheck, or the things you own. Yet none of it Read more
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Health Is Wealth: The Richest Investment You’ll Ever Make
We’ve all heard the old adage: “Health is wealth.” But in a world that often measures success by salary, possessions, and status, this simple phrase is more powerful—and more urgent—than ever. What does it really mean when we say health is wealth? It means that no amount of money, fame, or success can replace the Read more
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An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away – But Why?
You’ve probably heard the old saying: “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” It’s one of those phrases passed down through generations—easy to remember, catchy, and seemingly simple. But like many old proverbs, there’s more truth packed into this one than meets the eye. So, what is it about apples that earned them this Read more
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How Bees Are Like a Family: Nature’s Perfect Teamwork
In the quiet hum of a garden, a world of order, purpose, and connection buzzes just above the flowers. Bees, though small and often overlooked, operate in a way that mirrors the structure and spirit of a family. Their hive is not just a home—it’s a thriving community built on cooperation, communication, and mutual care. Read more
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In this space I write poems. And blogs. If you’re not here to enjoy them, I suggest you buzz off. In the meantime, bee nice.
The Pent Up Poet 