The Two Circles That Changed My Life
A difficult baseball game became the perfect opportunity to teach my son one of the most valuable Stoic lessons: focus your energy on what matters and what you can control.
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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Why Everyone Needs a North Star (More Than Goals)
Looking back at old journals, I discovered the difference between goals and a North Star—and how life can move in the right direction even when plans don't.
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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How Phones Affect Kids’ Social Skills: Increase Human Connection
Phones make it easy for kids to avoid human interaction. Here’s why real conversations, awkward moments, and social reps matter more than ever.
Catering Business Growth: The $100,000 Club Log #2
Follow our journey to a $100K catering month as we track recurring customers, large orders, sales metrics, and what we're learning along the way.
Be a Tourist in Your Own Town: Try a Travel Mindset
Explore your own backyard with a travel mindset. Learn how being a tourist in your own town can help you slow down, notice more, and seize the day.
How to Enjoy Dining Alone: An Unexpected Lesson in Connection
Dining alone doesn’t have to feel lonely. A solo dinner became a chance to slow down, talk to strangers, people-watch, and enjoy a little human connection.
How I Organize and Actually Listen to a 400+ Record Collection
How I organize a 400+ vinyl record collection by mood, rotate neglected albums, track plays in Discogs, and make sure every record gets heard.
How to Stop Feeling Guilty About Resting
Do you feel guilty when you aren't being productive? Here's why I've started viewing Sundays as a time for restoration instead of constant work—and why rest isn't wasted time.
Build Your Business Like an Artist: A Creative Leadership Mindset
The best leaders don't just manage—they create. Here's how Rick Rubin's The Creative Act changed the way I think about leadership, company culture, and building Apple Spice.
The Two Circles That Changed My Life
A difficult baseball game became the perfect opportunity to teach my son one of the most valuable Stoic lessons: focus your energy on what matters and what you can control.
Something Is Better Than Nothing: The Mindset That Builds Consistency
Discover why something is better than nothing and how small, consistent actions build momentum in exercise, work, relationships, and everyday life.
Why the 2026 Mets Are So Bad: Baseball's Worst Return on Investment
The 2026 Mets have one of MLB's highest payrolls but one of its worst records. Here's why this disappointing season felt predictable from Opening Day.
Why Every Adult Needs a Hobby That Rewards Attention | Healthy Hobbies for Adults
Looking for healthy hobbies for adults? Discover why hobbies that reward attention—like vinyl, gardening, woodworking, or cooking—can reduce stress, build curiosity, and help you become more present in everyday life.
What My Business Coach Taught Me About Performing Under Pressure
Before COVID, my business coach asked me a question I couldn't answer: What would you do if your back was against the wall? Years later, during one of the most difficult seasons of my career, I realized I had been living the answer. Here's what I learned about performing under pressure, staying focused, and discovering capacity you never knew you had.
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