John Guthrie

Figuring things out, just like everyone else.

The Heart of the Problem. Part 3. 01 APR 2025.

Today, I checked into the hospital for a day of observation before my triple bypass surgery. I’m remarkably calm considering what’s in store for me I am struggling to keep my composure these days as the USA rushes headlong into Fascism. Every fiber in my body wants to

Remember

Motivation

One day, you will tell your story of how you overcame what you went through, and it will be someone else's survival guide. From the Motivation app: https://motivation.app/download

Thank you President Macron for correcting a senile, corrupt, criminal NAZI

John Guthrie on SubstackThank you President Macron for correcting a senile, corrupt, criminal NAZI https://youtu.be/4EZ7gayXMSI?si=sL-qIW6_2cX6kOgZSubstackSubstack

We Need A Hero, One Who Can Reach Out To Everyone

I always focus on my Happy Stone, as I call it. It can help me think more clearly because it reminds me that I can always choose to be happy, no matter what terrible shape the world is in around me. My Happy Stone also reminds me of my childhood

Religion is poisoning our society by teaching hatred, cruelty, and “offensensitivity

Bloom County by Berkeley Breathed for November 14, 1982 | GoComics.comNovember 14, 1982GoComicsBerkeley Breathed Before I go any further, I want to state that I am an atheist. I don't need a capital "A" in front of the word because that implies atheism itself is an

17 FEB 2025. Inconsiderate MAGAt.

So, Hal and I went to Kroger the other day to grab some groceries and prescriptions from the pharmacy. You know, because there was this rumor of another winter storm coming our way. And guess what? The parking lot was packed! We pulled up, and thankfully, there was a handicap

Just in case you wondered why I refer to republicans as Nazis

Nazi flags can fly in Utah schools, but not pride flags, GOP lawmaker saysA new bill would allow for Nazi and Confederate flags to be displayed in Utah schools and government buildings, but pride flags would be banned.The Salt Lake TribuneAddy Baird

Another reminder of mortality

OK, so where should I start? I was always taught to start at the beginning, so here goes.  The year was 2020. I was busy at my job, and I loved it until early that year, when a weasel of a coworker decided to quit and start another job elsewhere.

Not Allowing Others to Control My Life on a Basic Level

Last year, I joined a local writers' group for the first time. I needed to collaborate with other, more professional and proficient writers to improve my writing skills. Instead, the experience left me disappointed and disillusioned with the writing process. I didn't plan for that, but it

C'mon Get Happy

Video courtesy of YouTube If the title instantly puts a song in your head, we’re in the same age group. I recalled this song after I thought about the current shape of our country as 2024 draws to a close. I needed something to calm me and take me

Happiness is.....

Happiness and Kindness are challenging to define because they mean something different to everyone, even slightly. However, I know that Happiness and Kindness start within myself. Through introspection and reflection, I can feel joy and project it to others. Life isn't always pleasant, and we must accept that

Just a thought

An observation to all the Resisters out there. Isn’t it more than possible that every outrage committed is actually a way to keep people from finding out what is really going on?

A New Approach

I’m working on my next story. I’ve decided to take my time from now on. No more rushing through things

Belated Birthday pic

Hal took me to dinner at Texas Roadhouse

So this is my birthday weekend

It’s the end of a sleepless Thursday night, thankfully not one of many, and I’m preparing to greet the sunrise with all the enthusiasm I can muster. I stayed quiet through the night so I wouldn’t wake Hal up. I  don’t know why I couldn’t

I am the Master of my Own Vessel

I've been keeping my word and writing every day. I've been creating new stories and editing the ones I already have on my list. You know how it is; inspiration strikes at the weirdest times for me. It's usually late at night, which is

25 Years

Time is a tricky thing, isn’t it? It can zip by like a speeding bullet or drag on forever, depending on how we look at it. But here’s the thing: our perspective is the key to how we experience the passage of time. Take 25 years, for example.

A sense of calm in the midst of all the anger.

I’ve been feeling great lately. I’ve stopped worrying about the world and all its chaos and stupidity. Instead, I’ve focused on myself and found peace within. Peace can’t be forced, but it’s something I’ve discovered. 2024 was a tough year for many people, and

Writer's Hours

Inspiration doesn’t work on a 9-5 schedule, which is a problem. When I’m trying to conquer my insomnia, the last thing I want is for my mind to race through ideas for stories. I get so frustrated when I see that it is 2 or 3 in the

Why is everyone so angry?

Why is everyone so angry? Anger is the new normal everywhere I go. People are looking for arguments all the time.  I understand that the election results weren’t what we hoped for, but is that the only reason to stay angry? While I know that some people might need

My Life is my own

Life can be a wild ride, sometimes leaving us feeling drained and uncertain about what’s next. But guess what? We’re the captains of our ships, even when it feels like everyone else has a say. When I feel down or anxious, I take my medicine and focus on

Taking care of myself

The election was so intense that I totally forgot about my health. That’s a lesson learned! From now on, I’m putting my health first, which means cutting out all my political news and opinion feeds. I have enough health problems without adding stress to that list. I fought

Perspective after the election

I debated even posting this story because it would seem like a repeat of things so many others have said, but this is my story and worth telling. I'm so glad I meditated so much after the election. It helped me stay calm and relaxed. I did my

I've had enough

I deliberately stopped writing over the last several days because I was too exhausted from this election and wanted some peace. I turned to my meditation to erase my stress, and it worked. I felt like I would erupt from all the bad news and the screaming about the election.