With the U.S. Postal Service in the news, it begs the question: when did you last send a letter through the mail? When did you last receive one? How often do you use the USPS?
Share why if you wish.
Asking — and answering — life's interesting questions
With the U.S. Postal Service in the news, it begs the question: when did you last send a letter through the mail? When did you last receive one? How often do you use the USPS?
Share why if you wish.
Nostalgia can be a very powerful experience. It can make happy memories seem even happier. And it can blunt traumatic times, so they don’t seem so bad.
However, what exactly is nostalgia, and where does it come from? Why do we remember the past fondly, even the things that were unpleasant?
In addition, what are the events that contribute to forming these memories? In particular, what are the things in your past that make you nostalgic?
Related questions: What makes something memorable? What is your favorite childhood memory? How can we maintain wonder? What is your favorite holiday memory?
For your social media needs, do you prefer to use Twitter or Facebook? What are the pros and cons of each? Is your favorite some other platform?
Share why if you wish.
Do you go out of your way to plan the way you look? Do you have a particular style? Where did it come from?
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This week’s question, “How are you self-sufficient?” is in contrast to last Sunday’s “How do you depend on others?” What skills, knowledge, or talent allows you to work on your own?
It’s difficult to imagine many people being entirely self-sufficient. We rely on each other for so many things, not the least of which is basic human companionship.
However, it’s also true that some people are self-starters. They naturally find a motivation to do things, without others showing them how.
Alternately, some skills or hobbies allow for self-sufficiency. If you can knit, you can make your own clothes. If you garden, you can grow your food. Musicians or writers can create their own entertainment.
In what ways are you able to stand on your own? To not depend on others?
Related questions: How do you depend on others? What makes you you? How do you judge yourself? What’s the most useful thing you’ve ever learned? How are you special?