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WHY CAN’T YOU STOP WACKING ME?

Six years ago I rescued a cat named Molly. From the first week it became clear that Molly had a personality all her own. If she had a sign like the cat in this video, it would probably read, “It has been zero days since I wacked someone.”

Anyone who has lived with cats understands that some of them carry a feisty spark in their nature. They can be affectionate one moment and then, without much warning, remind you that they are still very much independent creatures.

Over time I came to see that Molly’s little swats weren’t acts of meanness at all.

They were simply part of who she is. Cats have their own language, their own boundaries, and sometimes a quick paw is just their way of saying, “That’s enough for now.”

Yet what never changes is the bond we form with them.

The playful ones, the shy ones, and even the slightly mischievous ones all find their way into our hearts.

Molly may keep her “zero days without whacking” record intact, but she also keeps our home full of life, laughter, and a daily reminder that every personality deserves love.

“Cats are mysterious; they possess more on their minds than we could ever imagine.” — Walter Scott

“Time spent with cats is never wasted.”
— Sigmund Freud

In the end, loving an animal means accepting the whole of their personality — even the little swats along the way.

Hopefully you enjoy my posts and will add your likes and comments.

Richard DiPilla
Storytelling

#Cats #RescuePets #PetPersonality #AnimalLovers #LifeLessons #PetStories

If you don't love what you do...STOP DOING IT!! Life is way too short to be doing something you HATE every single day. Figure out what YOU want.

Above your intelligence.
Above your work ethic.
You will be compensated in proportion to one thing.

Risk.

The risks you take in your life are directly correlated with how much you will be compensated.

Above your intelligence, above your work ethic, you will be compensated in proportion to your risk.

- Alex ✊🏽

If you are not consistent.
Odds are, you are not exceptional.

The worst part about overthinking is that it feels productive.

It feels like you’re “working through it.”

But you’re not solving anything - you’re just spinning.

The good thing is overthinking is just a stress response, and you can teach your brain to respond differently.

To stop spiraling, to let a thought pass without chasing it, to make a decision and MOVE.

This is why I write my newsletter.

Every Monday and Thursday, first thing in the morning, I send one science-backed tool that helps you interrupt overthinking, trust your decisions, and get out of your head - whether you’re stressed about work, worried about your health, or are wondering how to repair a relationship.

If you’re tired of your mind running the show, join me here: https://lnkd.in/ek_8wyaX

Would you take your phone offline for two weeks?

It might well be worth it.

A recent study looked at what would happen if people blocked their phones from the internet (while still keeping the ability to text and call and access to the internet on their computers).

The result? Nine in ten improved in either wellbeing, mood or attention. As study author and University of Texas psychologist Adrian Ward notes, it’s less about what was taken out of their day than what that time normally spent on their phones allowed them to add more of. "It's not that you stop using the internet and magically you just feel better," Ward says. "People reported that they spent more time in nature, more time socializing, more time doing hobbies." And they also got more sleep.

Yes, we all love our phones, but they come with an opportunity cost. So maybe it’s time to give your phone a time-out!

I’ve helped over 700 job seekers strengthen their resumes and optimize their LinkedIn profiles.

And here’s what I’ve learned:

Your next best hire might:

💡Have been fired
💡Have been laid off
💡Have a career gap
💡Not be a strong interviewer
💡Not have the perfect resume

But here’s what else might be true:

💡 They’re resilient
💡 They’re hungry for an opportunity
💡 They’re ready to prove themselves
💡 They’ve taken time to upskill and reflect
💡 They value stability and contribution more than ever.

Being unemployed does not erase one's value.

If you’re hiring, look beyond timelines and titles.

Sometimes the most overlooked candidates become the most amazing hires. 🩵

🍀 Please share to promote giving people a chance.

March 8th is around the corner… and you know what that means.
For one day, Lovable goes freeeee!

Join us for a livestream straight from our Stockholm HQ where we’re celebrating International Women's day the best way we could possibly imagine: giving everyone the power to build and up-skill.
-> Join livestream here: https://lnkd.in/gXs7yiUS
With:
- Yours truly
- Anton Osika - Lovable's beloved CEO
- Helen Lee Kupp - Founder of "Women defining AI"
- Margot van Laar - A Technical leader from Anthropic

So if you’ve ever thought “someone should build this”… this is your sign.
March 8. No paywalls. No “upgrade to continue.” Livestream to inspire you.

Let’s build something ridiculous.
#TimeToShip