The thoughts, stories and advice of Bill Riddell.

Archive for January, 2009

Gurus & Belief Filters

Tuesday, January 27th, 2009 Posted in advice | No Comments »

I am not a guru. My word is not gospel. I am not all wise and knowing. My advice here should serve as a guide. Like all things you should read my recommendations with an open mind. If you like what ...

The 3 Ways to Ignorance

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009 Posted in advice, writing | No Comments »

I read quite a lot, from books, blogs and everywhere else. One thing that has been irking me lately is the overuse among many bloggers of lists. You see them everywhere: '173 Get Rich Gimmicks', '43 Ways to Sell Your Soul', '5 ...

Another Year of the Treadmill

Wednesday, January 14th, 2009 Posted in advice, personal | 3 Comments »

Today I turn 23. That to some would be cause for concern and in moments of weakness I have felt a little scared seeing the years go by. It seems the world keeps turning faster and faster, gaining speed and momentum.

Looking Forward and Looking Back

Wednesday, January 7th, 2009 Posted in goals, personal, travel, writing | 4 Comments »

Without a sense of direction in life we can be lost amidst a sea of turmoil, being pushed from one wave to another, sometimes sinking sometimes floating but never sure of where we may wash up. This is the primary reason ...