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Mitch Tobol
Jul08
Heat
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

It's breaking records just about everyday. Record heatwaves are a stark reminder of the urgent need to address climate change.   They impact our health, the environment, and our communities...we need to stay hydrated big time. My coaches used to tell me to "drink before you're thirsty." Great advice, so get yourself a tall glass of water.

Mitch Tobol
Jul01
A new restaurant model?
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

Not sure if this will catch on, but I sat down to eat lunch at a diner of sorts. In order to get food or drink I had to use the QR code in front of me to place the order, which isn't unusual. However, before any server spoke with me or had any staff interaction I had to pay for my meal AND leave a tip!    Is this the new paradigm?    BTW, I looked

Mitch Tobol
Jun24
Only 93
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

I'll be lucky if I make it to 93, although I do know someone who has—my Mom.   Today is her 93rd birthday. We are having a family celebration this morning at the Sunrise Assisted Living Center where she has called home for over 8 years. Although she can't remember much, she has experienced a lifetime of memories that my sister and I now seem to hav

Mitch Tobol
Jun17
Cards
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

I was in a card store yesterday buying lotto and felt the sadness of not having to buy a Father's Day card. It's been over 12 years since he's passed.    Though standing there amongst the sea of cards, I felt grateful that I had the opportunity to develop a deep relationship with him. Because of his integrity, kindness, patience, and unconditional

Mitch Tobol
Jun10
Smokey Island
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

How ironic...this past week it was recommended that we wear N25 masks outside not inside. It wasn't too long ago that the recommendation was to wear them inside not outside.    Apart from the orange and smokey air which was eerie and fascinating, I hope this is not a foreshadow of things to come where we'll be wearing them all the time.

Mitch Tobol
Jun03
Every breath you take
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

As simple as it may sound, breathing is one of the greatest tools we have. We breathe about 25,000 times each day, without even thinking about it. Our breath not only sustains our life, it can also be used as a powerful instrument for stress management, mental clarity, and overall wellbeing.   Many of us don't breathe correctly which actually can h

Mitch Tobol
May27
ChatGPT or Me
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

Last week I published a poem on getting old. To be transparent, as I am, it was ChatGPT generated.   What I posted wasn't exactly what the generative AI produced, but pretty close. I didn't take the time to edit and "humanize" it which I wanted to do. And only one person asked me who created this...Odey.   And that's the interesting and potenti

Mitch Tobol
May20
Thoughts on Aging
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

In the tapestry of time, threads silver and gold, Each strand is a story, each wrinkle a tale untold, Aging isn't a curse, but a gracious unfold, Of life lived in depth, in warmth, and in cold.   Days whisper softly, in sunsets of molten hue, Reminding us gently of things we once knew. Each dawn is a blessing, every twilight is too, Age is but sta

Mitch Tobol
May13
The only constant
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

  Change is really the only constant in our lives with new technologies, evolving trends, and societal transformations. However, so many people resist it. They seem to gravitate to plans and habits.   I don't think we should overlook these continuous changes even within ourselves. Every experience, challenge, and lesson molds us into the individual

Mitch Tobol
May06
The Power of Human Connection
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

It occurred to me, while on the marketing business seminar the other day, that it's easy to get lost in a sea of screens and digital interactions. While advancements in communication have brought us closer in some ways, the rise of social media, Zoom, and smartphones can sometimes make us feel more disconnected. In these times, it's essential to re

Mitch Tobol
Apr29
The Final Frontier
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

Sending rockets to space is a wild ride and incredibly difficult. For instance:   Rockets need a TON of energy to escape Earth's gravitational pull, and that means carrying tons of fuel. Rockets need to be going 17,500 miles per hour to reach orbit (that's just a bit faster than I drive:) Weather plays a major role in whether a launch can hap

Mitch Tobol
Apr22
Self-reflection
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

I do it a lot and wonder if you do too. From golf swings, to clients, to important personal relationships I often reflect on them and find myself grateful. But sometimes I figuratively beat myself up. I’m probably my own toughest critic.   Self-reflection can take many forms, including journaling, meditation, and introspection. I don't journal bu

Mitch Tobol
Apr15
Sounds of silence
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

Have you ever thought about driving in silence? It may sound weird at first, but trust me, it's worth giving it a try.    When I'm quiet in my car, no music or talk radio, I'm able to clear my mind and be more mindful. I think about the day that passed, or get ready for the day ahead, or even create solutions for marketing challenges I'm faced with

Mitch Tobol
Apr08
Doughnuts
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

I'm not really a doughut guy. I don't take trips to Dunkin' or buy Crispy Cremes but a local coffee shop called COCO Confections and Coffee (the owner Terry is in the picture) near my house in Sea Cliff has some very special treats on the weekend.   A young woman named Shannon makes doughnuts from scratch and sells them at the store. There's alwa

Mitch Tobol
Apr01
Classics
Posted By : Mitch Tobol

In honor of this special day, I thought I'd share with you some great April Fools' Day pranks.   In 1957, the BBC ran a segment about the Swiss spaghetti harvest. They claimed that due to a mild winter and the "virtual disappearance of the spaghetti weevil," Swiss farmers were enjoying a bumper crop of spaghetti. The segment featured footage of pe

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