Back in ye olde days of Facebook Notes (is this what they were called?) & Myspace Bulletins/Blogs, folks would do these little questionnaires. It’s a practice I’ve sort of stuck with. Am going to do a few of them here, today, as an exercise and cleaning before I step into the day. Feel free to ask yourself these questions if you feel compelled.

Weird Questions to Ask:

Who is the fourth person on your missed calls?
Cole! That makes me happy.
What shirt are you wearing?
An athletic tank top I’ve had for 10+ years, and a soft, brown h&m sweater over that
Warm lighting or bright white lighting?
WARM
What’s a saying you say a lot?
It’s a made up saying but “beignet, donut.” Also, lately, “you live and you learn.”
What’s your least favorite mode of transportation?
Fun! Skateboard.
Which thoughts bring you a wave of relaxation?
Breakfast, the idea of being a therapist, the ocean, family.
Which is one show that you cannot watch with anyone?
I used to sneak-watch NEXT in my bedroom at night as a kid. THE L WORD was my sneaky show in college. I’m not sure I have a solo-necessary show today.
Do you find pets friendlier than humans?
Often
What historical figure would you like to have a chat with?
C. S. Lewis? Jesus? Marcus Aurelius? Eleanor Roosevelt?
You can flip a switch that will wipe any band or musical artist off the earth?
(This is none of my business!)
Who would you really like to just punch in the face?
Really rich Americans who are unfamiliar with empathy.
Is there anything hanging in your room that motivates you?
any mirror…
If you could add a single option to your car, what would you add?
complimentary maintenance
Name the top five things to take with you during a zombie outbreak.
1. my Amazon guitar, 2. Blundstones, 3. lots of socks, 4. backpack, 5. snacks
How would you quickly dispose of a dead body in a hotel room?
Let’s assume that it’s a rodent, and I would call the front desk, and then check out
When was the last time you screamed at the top of your lungs?
I yelted my heart out in the shower not too long ago - it included some scream-like sounds
Did you ever have a crush on your best friend’s boyfriends?
Current besties, no. Past besties- I’ve been known to be charmed by a Ben or two
When was the last time you literally stopped to smell flowers?
Had to have been within the last week. Gardenias, man.
What is your favorite form of exercise?
Favorite? Sex? (sorry.) Swimming? Hiking? Pilates; Walking!
What songs are included on the soundtrack to your life?

PHILOSOPHICAL QUESTIONS FOR KIDS:

What makes a person good?
Intention; follow-through. openness; consideration. Integrity
Is it ever okay to tell a lie?
Recently I’ve learned that sometimes it might even be necessary.
What does it mean to be brave?
Aligning with your own integrity
Can something be funny and serious at the same time?
hmm. Can be.
Why do people dream?
(Which version of dream are we talking here?) I believe there is something spiritual to it.
What is friendship?
A consistent choosing of one another - you co-create. For me, it is also honest, encouraging, & makes you better.
Is there anything that lasts forever?
I wouldn’t know. Hopefully Life
What makes you, you?
A specific set of circumstances; and perhaps how you choose to react/respond to them.
Why do people get scared?
Because sometimes we just don’t know
What does it mean to be kind?
I think, keeping an open heart & mind. perhaps service-oriented.
Is it possible to know what animals are thinking?
Maybe
What makes a family?
Commitment.
Why do we have rules?
Order.
Can you be happy without any friends?
I don’t think so.
What does it mean to be rich?
Lots of money. Wealth is different.

Depression Journal Prompts to Get Unstuck:

List 3 things that you love about yourself
body, heart, and brain
Talk about a difficult time in your life that you managed to overcome
will circle back to this
Share a favorite quote and how it inspires you
”We become what we love.”
Reminds me to ease up on myself.
What did you achieve today?
(bleh, achievement.) It’s still morning - we’ll see
Talk about a happy memory
I think back to my grandmother’s house with my brother & cousins - we were featured in the local newspaper for created a hut out of umbrellas in the front yard. Sydney and I would also pretend to be statues as cars drove by.
Describe your biggest accomplishment in life so far
”Don’t make me sing”
How do you think depression holds you back in life?
Part of me wonders if it’s necessary. I’ve joked about my solid 33 year depression. I think it connects you with yourself if you really sit with it and listen. I think it can prevent you from deepening relationships with other people around you, and that’s hard.
Name 3 songs that help to lift your mood when you feel low
“Make Someone Happy,” Jimmy Durante; “Lighten Up,” Shaina Taub; “Biscuits ‘n Groovy,” Pearl Django
Write down the things that you know trigger your depression, and which strategies to help each of them
Online creeping - don’t do that
Giving self away too easily to folks who didn’t ask - don’t do that
Doing anything that doesn’t feel honest to my soul - don’t do
Wasting away - get up
Overeating - don’t do
Name something you are looking forward to this week, this month, and this year
Classical concert tonight, joke-writing this month, employment opportunities this year