jofty's Corner

Adversity is the Way - A Stoic Perspective

Stoicism teaches to seek adversity. Sometimes, healthy boundaries — once critical — become crutches. We can examine those boundaries and find personal…

Oct 4

September 2025

Third Time Isn't Always a Charm - A Brief Intro to Stoicism

“Strive for excellence, but don’t hinge your self-worth on the results.”  Introductory thoughts on Stoicism.

Sep 27

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Chapter 1: Stop The Spiral - "I Let My Dandelions Grow"

A Note, Caution, and Warning for the Easily Distracted, Task Saturated, or Chronically Overwhelmed. When life gets intense, and pushes (or exceeds) our…

Sep 20 • 

Terry Duke

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Trauma Healing and Writing Memoir - September Potpourri

Thoughts and Reading Suggestions on Trauma Healing and Writing Memoir

Sep 13 • 

Terry Duke

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September Note to Subscribers

A Journey, A Roadmap, Roots & Fruits, Staying Between the Lines, A Marathon Not a Sprint

Sep 6 • 

Terry Duke

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August 2025

Healing Isn't Linear - Lessons From a "Glass Ball" Moment

We should respect the imperfect nature of our healing journeys. Sometimes the best action is to walk away.

Aug 30 • 

Terry Duke

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30-Question Q&A - Tying Things Together

Answering questions for new readers, curious returning readers, and readers impacted by trauma. The road From War to Writing gets a few guideposts.

Aug 24 • 

Terry Duke

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From War to Writing - Table of Contents

My story of tackling crippling anxiety and a burning desire for solitude. Chapter Links and Project Status for my upcoming book: "From War to Writing"

Aug 16 • 

Terry Duke

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Introduction: Weaving a Tapestry of Healing from Curiosities in the Chaos

Facing crippling Anxiety and PTSD, every day was a battlefield. Finding curiosities in the chaos, I learned to adapt and overcome. This is my story - of…

Aug 9 • 

Terry Duke

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Prologue: My First Attempt at Solitude

My first attempt at solitude was not at all what I hoped… but it was invaluable. Those few days helped me understand the battle I was fighting, get my…

Aug 2 • 

Terry Duke

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July 2025

“From War to Writing” Begins

After 8 months of "finding my voice," I'm taking the next step and starting my first book. Join me on the healing journey of recovery from PTSD after a…

Jul 26 • 

Terry Duke

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Live Stream #2 - Solitude, Writing, My Healing Journey, The Story I Need to Tell

My First Attempt at Solitude, Recovery through Writing, "The Bugler Stands Alone," On Loss and Overcoming Hurdles, Make the Complex Simple, The Healing…

Jul 20 • 

Terry Duke

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