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A look at What’sUpNewp’s latest columns.
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Jerry Frear: What is the process?
One aspect of our personal growth journey that is talked about a lot, but often not defined, is the concept of process. The Process is defined as a series of steps or stages that individuals go through in their journey of self-discovery and self-improvement. It involves self-awareness, education, skills development, goal setting, and action. This […]
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Jerry Frear: Excerise and self-improvement
One crucial component of self-improvement is exercise, as it has a positive impact on both physical and mental health. Self-improvement is not just an internal exercise that improves mental health , it also must impact our bodies and physical health as well. Engaging in regular physical activity has been shown to improve energy level, increase […]
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Gerry Goldstein: Old wisdom that resonates anew today
We’re deep into Black History Month, with culture wars continuing unabated, especially when it comes to what should be taught in the classroom. Arguments over curriculum are nothing new; the classic example played out nearly a century ago amid bombastic arguments by two of the nation’s premier orators and lawyers, William Jennings Bryan and Clarence […]
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Sour Grapes: Dustin
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip; “SOUR GRAPES” about “Aesop”, a miserable-flying dog, living in a strange, problematic and troubled world along with his odd family and pet cloud, ‘Ominous’. Originally from Attleboro, Massachusetts, Tim lives with his wife and […]
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Jerry Frear: What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness is a word that is thrown around a lot these days, but what exactly is it? Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting the feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. It involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment, in a non-reactive way. […]
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Column: Take that, all you imaginary haters!
By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Columnist Forget the U.S. hockey team knocking off the mighty Soviets at the 1980 Winter Olympics. That shocking upset doesn’t come close to the Kansas City Chiefs winning the Super Bowl against all imaginary odds. Or the Georgia Bulldogs somehow capturing a second straight national championship that no one except […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Avoid
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in multiple newspapers in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, […]
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Tiny Kitchen Magic: Soy Lime Ginger Grain Salad
Happy Monday after the Superbowl, everyone. I figured that y’all would want something light and heavy after all of the delicious wings, pizza, beer, nachos, and everything else greasy that you ate during the big game. Well, do I have the recipe for you. This is light, delicious, refreshing, and quite healthy. Let’s take a […]
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Jerry Frear: The power of forgiveness in healing and growth
I believe one of the most important things we can learn that will accelerate personal growth to forgive. Forgiveness is the ability to let go of anger, resentment and blame towards someone who has wronged us. It can be a difficult process that requires time and effort. However, the benefits of forgiveness are well worth […]
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Gerry Goldstein: The highs and lows of falling in love
With Valentine’s Day approaching, we are reminded that love over the generations has had its admirers and its detractors, depending on one’s personal experience. As an optimist and a believer that life offers constant opportunity for enrapturement no matter previous disappointments, I hold with the poet Maya Angelou, who stood by the idea of never […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Fetch
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in multiple newspapers in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, […]
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Jerry Frear: What is an intention in personal growth
Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “When you have a clear intention, the universe conspires to help you achieve it.” In growth we discover that life is a journey of self-discovery and self-improvement that requires a sense of intention and purpose. Intention also means aligning your actions with your values and beliefs, so that what you do […]
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How to better experience an Art Museum
Dead winter. Even when it’s not snowing or gray and rainy, it’s still cold. Perfect art museum weather. Maybe you think you don’t like art museums. Maybe you feel like I used to: When I got my chance to go to the Louvre in Paris to see the Mona Lisa, I compared it to shopping […]
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Jerry Frear: What does ‘practice’ mean in wellbeing
In the context of personal growth and development, practice refers to the specific actions and habits engaged on a regular basis in order to improve and achieve their goals. These habits can take different forms and be tailored to individual needs and interests. As an example, a person might engage in a daily mindfulness practice […]
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Gerry Goldstein: Courage, as inspired from on high
We’re just days away from an observance that usually slides by with only modest notice, so you know I’m not referring to the ballyhooed Feb. 2 appearance of a weather-predicting groundhog. A more solemn aura surrounds the memory of what happened 80 years ago Feb. 3, when a German torpedo slammed into the U. S. Army’s transport […]
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Adoptable Cat of the Week: Jake
Meet your new best friend, Jake – this week’s Adoptable Cat of The Week! Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown, Jake is a 10-year and 7-month-old male Domestic Shorthair/Mix. “Jake is a shy but sweet gentleman. He really loves a nice window to look out where he can stretch and […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Honestly
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in multiple newspapers in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Princess
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in multiple newspapers in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, […]
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Jerry Frear: Why self-care?
Self-care has become a buzzword in recent times, but some people have negative reactions due to a lack of understanding in terminology. It is often seen as a trend or passing fad, but self-care is actually an important aspect of maintaining physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It involves taking care of oneself through activities that […]
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Just My Opinion: Governor McKee likely to name former Commerce Secretary as Rhode Island’s Housing Czar
We’re hearing that former Commerce Secretary Stefan Pryor will likely be named the new Rhode Island Housing Secretary early this week, after the resignation last week of Josh Saal, who had been in the job for only a few months. Saal had come under criticism from Rhode Island House and Senate leadership, as Gov. Dan […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Bucket
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in multiple newspapers in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, […]
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Jerry Frear: Transformation starts with you
Transformation can be a challenging and often difficult journey, but it is ultimately a rewarding one that can lead to a better and more fulfilling life. This process of self-improvement and personal growth requires making positive changes to one’s thoughts, behaviors, and actions. One of the biggest challenges in beginning the process of transformation is […]
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Gerry Goldstein: In this work, the nickname’s a calling-card
News outlets recently noted the death in prison of one-time Patriarca Family crime boss Francis Salemme, better known in La Cosa Nostra circles as “Cadillac Frank.” One might think the nickname derived from a love of those high-end cars, but urban legend says otherwise, asserting that when he once worked at a Boston auto body […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Basketball
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in multiple newspapers in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, […]