08.14.07

StoryHack.com - My Brothers Blog

Posted in Uncategorized at 9:34 am by BartonG

My brother Bryce and I are strange folks. We both like to write, and actually do write.  I have a goal to have a screenplay I have written get sold, produced, and shown on the silver screen. He has several irons in the fire, and is writing a book.

Bryce’s blog  StoryHack,  is updated every Friday with a new chapter of his story called “Oasis”.   It’s fun fiction.  Check it out, and if  you feel so inclined, write your own!

- B

08.13.07

Secrets of the Abundant Life: Food and Money

Posted in Abundance at 2:01 pm by BartonG

I always have been fascinated with the “abundant life”. It’s the idea that there is more than enough of everything out there- love, food, sex, warmth, material wealth, social engagement, serenity, and challenging pursuits - to have all of your needs met in excess. What fascinates me even more is that it seems reasonably seems plausible, not just for me and you, but for everyone on the planet. What a magnificent evolution that would be!

I’ve been particularly lucky in my life to have inspiring friends and incredible teachers. I’ve learned a lot from them. Just like they shared with me, I’d like to share the few secrets I know. As I discover and apply new principles I’ll post more chapters. Today, I’d like to address a few things about money and food.

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08.12.07

Improving your odds for a second meeting

Posted in Social at 6:24 pm by BartonG

The frustration of the situation is common. You meet somebody cute/hot/interesting, and you get their phone number, telling each other you’re going to go out. Then you don’t. Maybe you call once, make tentative plans, then they fall through. Maybe you never get past voice mail. Maybe, they just call last minute to flake on the date.

Here’s my take: You cannot control another person, so don’t tear up because things didn’t pan out like you’d hoped. However, there are several things that can help - having approach congruency, working the daytime scene, and using the scientific method.
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