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Why Do You Dream the Dreams You Dream?

July 18, 2017 Joey Cope 1

Do you catch yourself dreaming during your waking hours? What are those dreams? Where do they come from? Why do you dream? photo credit: Oliver Lein, unsplash.com Recent research indicates that your sleeping dreams are generated from your brain stem. Perhaps this is a maintenance function that allows you to process [read more]

Thrill Versus Routine

May 20, 2017 Joey Cope 0

I think of myself as an interesting fellow. And since I am a little on the introverted side and not a champion of exploring the feelings of others, I am capable of living out this personally-held perception with a degree of confidence. I once considered myself adventurous, seeking thrill in [read more]

The Fountain of Youth

March 29, 2017 Joey Cope 2

“There is a fountain of youth: It is your mind, your talents, the creativity you bring to your life and the lives of people you love. When you learn to tap this source, you will truly have defeated age.” That wisdom was shared by the one and only Sophia Loren. [read more]

The Pendulum Effect

March 5, 2017 Joey Cope 2

Over a month ago, I announced my decision to leave Facebook. My decision was based on what I viewed as the debilitating impact it was having on my attitude toward other people. On February 15, 2017, I deactivated my Facebook account. My absence from that space has had a number [read more]