• ABOUTHmmm. Don’t really know what to say, but here it goes: I’m just a thirty something year old male from Chicago trying to survive a time in my life where everything seems to go wrong, or isn’t going so well. I’ve been laid off of my last two jobs for an extended period of time, money was TIGHT, and then, the wife needed “space”. With nowhere to go (at the time), I ended up here, in the Caribbean . Some people would think this is a good thing, but…. Anyway, the reason I decided to start this blog is because one of the things I began to do when things started going south was that I started to journal. I will admit, I wasn’t very consistent, but I tried to express myself through words. Take my thoughts and type them down. That’s all well and fine, and it was somewhat therapeutic, but I think if I open up a little, and share with other people who may be going through similar circumstances, all the better. We could create a small community where people help and support each other. Seems like a good idea, right? So along with the journaling, I…
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  • Wear my shoes.

    August 23, 2025

    I don’t know about any of you guys, but when it comes to dealing with my fellow human beings,  I try to be considerate and kind, give the benefit of the doubt, and put myself in their shoes, especially if they are not doing so great. Trust me, I’ve been burned before, but I truly do care, and admittedly,  it interests me to see the psychology of it all.

    Another thing I contemplate is WANTING others to walk in my shoes, even if for a moment. I want people to know my story,  why I am the way I am, why I always say that I’m a work in progress,  which I am, but we all have room for improvement. Perhaps my experiences can help others. Maybe it will inspire, motivate, laugh, and bring joy.

    Everyone’s got a story. Everyone. We also deal with things differently. Our coping mechanisms differ. Our personalities differ. Our upbringing, etc. But a lot of people don’t think about it. I get it. You SHOULD focus on yourself always, but there are others out there living life just like you. Trying to survive.

    I stumble, walk around in circles sometimes,  but I know I’m not alone. All of us do. But empathy, consideration, compassion, and kindness for the next person…is what most lack. We need to be mindful. We should uplift and support one another and make the world a better place. Just look around. Let’s make it a world we all want to live in.

    J.R.

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  • Check it out!

    August 20, 2025

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  • DIY.

    August 19, 2025

    You want happiness, and I want happiness.  That’s not too much to ask for, is it? So why are so many of us, including myself, can’t be or stay happy? You know what, though? It’s your fault,  my fault. I get it. There may be factors that may come into play, for myself, the realization of abuse, anxiety, and depression, among other things, but those things don’t define us, and we can’t use things as excuses.

    Ultimately,  we have to put in the work. We have to want it. We have to do it ourselves. Sure, having support from friends, family, and other outside sources is great, but no one is going to hand you anything. That’s not how it works. We all act like this, though. I realize that I can’t depend on anyone to make me happy or get what I want from MY life…it starts with me.

    Don’t get me wrong, I  love and appreciate those who love and support me, but it’s not their job to make me happy. Not their job to make sure I’m not depressed, anxious,  or make the right or wrong decisions. Sounds harsh, but it’s not meant that way. Be there for you? Yes. Support you? Absolutely. Give you advice? Sure. But it’s your life, not theirs.

    Recognize. Accept. Act. I admit, I struggle from time to time, but again, I have to want it. I need to find out how to fix what is broken and fix it. What a concept… right? But it’s true, happiness and living the life you want is up to you, and with the right people around you, you’ll get there. All the junk is temporary and can be changed.  We don’t need to be stuck…

    J.R

    “Happiness depends upon ourselves.” – Aristotle

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  • Fighter or Flighter?

    August 17, 2025

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  • Articles on Life as a Human

    August 15, 2025

    I went through some of my stuff and came across some of the articles I submitted to Life as a Human. Great website with great people. Check it out!

    https://lifeasahuman.com/tag/joel-rosario/

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  • Why be Judgy?

    August 13, 2025

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  • Insanity.

    August 12, 2025

    Why do I continue to abuse myself? That’s really what it is if I’m keeping it real. I don’t like making excuses,  even though I think I have some legitimate issues like srxual abuse, depression,  and other mental health issues. But ultimately,  especially now, being a grown ass man, I am responsible for fixing this, getting out of this, and stopping the cycle.

    Own it, but don’t make it part of you or your identity. Not every day is going to go as you plan it. Stuff happens. Be serious about it, but don’t turn it into an anchor that you wear around your neck. I try not to, even though it’s a challenge sometimes. Maybe that’s why I’m such a smartass. People cope in their own ways.

    But insanity… repeating the same thing over and over and over again,  expecting the outcome to be different.  Crazy, right? So why do we do it? Why not take what we learn, especially by experiences,  and move forward,  instead of messing around and going in circles constantly. I’m guilty of it. But constantly working on it. Perfect? No. Insane? Just a touch.

    Gotta stop doing the same thing over and over in order to move forward, expecting progress. Sure, I have the tools and the knowledge that I need, able to pick up and pick up more along the way, but how long will I continue to be the martyr or whipping boy? I ask myself this regularly,  isn’t that insane?

    J.R.

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  • What I want to know is…

    August 10, 2025

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  • Bound.

    August 8, 2025

    I do it. Most of us do it. We allow others and the outside world to steal our happiness,  crush our dreams, and put out whatever spark or fire is in us. I personally deal with it regularly,  but I wonder if it’s completely my fault or if I am just allowing it to be perpetuated. They shackle me up, and I throw away the key.

    The emotions and mental state take a hit for certain,  but when is enough enough? What is the tipping point? I think we are the only ones who can answer that. How many times do we not take chances or do what gives us joy or makes us happy because of what others think, say, or do? Don’t wear what we want, act how we want, express ourselves.

    Think about it, most of the time, we give our power away, intensifying THEIR power, diminishing ours…WHY? Why do we do that? Why do I do this? Have to look within and flip off the outside world. It’s YOUR world, and they’re living in it. But we let our low self-esteem,  low self-worth, insecurities,  etc., get in the way.

    Losing joy is losing strength, and no one can steal joy and happiness unless you let them. So why do we? I’m still trying to figure this out myself , plugging away at this journey that is my life. But enough already…time to clear the fog, take my strength back. No wishy washy, no half-assing. My world, my rules. It’s time to get the key and unlock the chains.

    J.R.

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  • New Episode Live!

    August 6, 2025

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