Here's A Thought

Send a text In which, in recognition of Women's History Month, I relate an episode from my own history as a young woman in the days long before the #MeToo movement. Be warned: there are a few unbleeped words and phrases you may find objectionable. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of...

Send a text In this blogcast for people who overthink, we return from a six-week hiatus to find that there's plenty to overthink about. From Putin's vicious invasion of Ukraine to Idaho liquor stores to an invention that could change women's lives, there's a lot to catch up on. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi a...

Send a text In which, during this last week of 2021, we consider the uni-directional nature of time — and how frustrating that can be. Wouldn't it be great if we could revisit past moments and fix them? Following this episode, Here's A Thought will be on brief hiatus — but we'll be back in mid February with more distraction for your overworked brain! Leave me a comment, suggest what...

Send a text If the news on the Omicron variant is putting a damper on the plans you had for a Christmas that was supposed to make up for last year's — here are some suggestions for keeping your sparkle going. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you...

Send a text In which we reconsider the messages contained in one of the strange tales from the Brothers Grimm. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea for an upcoming episode? Need something overthought? I'd love to...

Send a text In which acquiring a new assistive device leads me to consider the possibilities of taking it further. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea for an upcoming episode? Need something overthought? I'd lov...

Send a text In which decorating for the holidays brings up thoughts of Christmases past — and a lot of vacuuming. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea for an upcoming episode? Need something overthought? I'd love...

Send a text In which I consider the effects of keeping a dedicated gratitude journal on my bedside table. Spoiler alert: it has not made me any richer or more famous, but perhaps less petty. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share...

Send a text In which my morning routine leads to a moment of gratitude for our signature human mouth parts. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea for an upcoming episode? Need something overthought? I'd love to he...

Send a text In which I overcome my skepticism and find that not all facial products are hogwash. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea for an upcoming episode? Need something overthought? I'd love to hear from you...

Send a text How having that freewheeling road-trip attitude can help us find joy in the day-to-day — even when we're not going anywhere. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea for an upcoming episode? Need somethin...

Send a text In which I ponder the growing evidence that psychedelics — which I've always been afraid of — could offer relief and peace when confronting mortality and loss. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea for...

Send a text In which we celebrate the haunting season with a rather creepy short story. Ever regretted anything you did as a kid? Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea for an upcoming episode? Need something overthough...

Send a text Got stuff? In which I offer, based on recent experience, five simple steps to contain your worldly possessions and relocate them without losing too much of your mind. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea f...

Send a text In which the ash tree outside my office window has something to offer about acceptance. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do you have comments to share or an idea for an upcoming episode? Need something overthought? I'd love to hear from...

Send a text Are you, like me, are uncomfortable in tight spaces? Or do you tend toward anxiety like I do? Here's a brief story about the good that can result when you turn the power of your own mind in your favor. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Support the show Do...

Send a text In which I take on a writing challenge that proves daunting, until someone comes up with a different challenge that gets me unstuck. What do wombats have to do with unicycles, karma, or the kitchen sink? Listen and learn. Leave me a comment, suggest what you'd like me to overthink on another episode, or just say hi at  HeresAThought8@gmail.com Music courtesy of Pixabay Music. Supp...