How to Teach Kids to Focus on What They Can Control: The Two Circles
A frustrating baseball game led to a simple lesson for my son: how to focus on what he can control and let go of what he can’t.
Embracing Enough: Welcome to Lou LaMedica’s Personal Blog
"Embracing Enough" is my exploration of a life well-lived—where gratitude meets growth. From mindset and parenting to small business insights, easy family recipes, and personal finance, this blog shares practical wisdom on appreciating what we have and finding fulfillment in the everyday.
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How to Find Direction in Life When Goals Aren’t Enough
Feeling stuck or unsure what comes next? Learn how a personal North Star can help you find direction in life without needing a perfect five-year plan.
Starting Classical Guitar at 48 — Why I’m Learning Something New (and Hard)
At 48 years old, I decided to learn classical guitar — not because I needed another hobby, but because I missed the feeling of being a beginner again.
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When to Sell a Stock at a Loss: My $7,000 Intuit Lesson
When should you sell a stock at a loss? I lost $7,000 on Intuit and learned the difference between patient investing and holding after the thesis changes.
Is There a Word for Feeling Accomplished After Work?
Is there a word for feeling tired, satisfied, and accomplished after a productive week? The German word Feierabend comes close—but something is still missing.
How to Be a Person of Your Word (and Why It Matters)
Being a person of your word doesn’t mean saying yes to everything. It means making realistic promises, communicating when things change, and giving people words they can trust.
Why Do People Join Groups? And What Do We Give Up When We Do?
Why do people join groups? Belonging gives us community, identity and purpose—but what happens when being part of the group means giving up independent thought?
Catering for Large Groups: 8 Tips for Feeding 100–3,000+ Guests
Planning catering for a large group? Learn proven tips for feeding 100 to 3,000+ guests, including menu planning, RSVPs, dietary needs, setup, food lines, and delivery logistics.
How to Teach Kids Life Lessons Without Lecturing Them
The best life lessons for kids don’t always come from big speeches. Sometimes you plant a seed in an ordinary conversation and discover years later that it grew.
Why Are the Tampa Bay Rays So Good? They’ve Always Had Enough
Why are the Tampa Bay Rays so good? With a low payroll and few stars, the Rays prove that great teams are built, not bought.
Creamy Zucchini Pasta with Crispy Breadcrumbs
This creamy zucchini pasta recipe combines browned zucchini, ricotta, Parmesan and lemon with rigatoni and crispy herb breadcrumbs.
How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others and Appreciate Your Life
If you’re going to compare your life to someone else’s, you have to be willing to trade your entire life for theirs—not just the part you envy.
Easy Mushroom Sauce for Steak with Cream and Onion Jam
Easy mushroom sauce for steak made with browned mushrooms, Worcestershire, garlic, heavy cream, and onion jam. Rich, savory, and ready in minutes.
Beans to Serve With Steak: 10-Minute BBQ Beans
Turn cooked beans into quick BBQ beans in about 10 minutes with ketchup, maple syrup, vinegar, mustard, soy sauce, paprika, black pepper, and butter.
How to Stop Reacting When Someone Provokes You
Learning to leave an argument alone is hard at any age. A father and daughter practice not taking the bait, starting with one question: Will responding help?
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