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Off The Rails

Stories. Opinions. Life Experience.

Author: LeadConductor

Rather than continuing to pretend everything is ok and hiding the things I'm working through, I've decided to share the journey I am about to embark on -not for attention or sympathy, but for anyone out there who might be struggling with their own demons and hesitant to share them for fear of how they would be perceived.
10-10-220
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10-10-220

Because I haven’t worked in three years and unsure if I’ll be able to return to the rat race, I’ll … Continue reading 10-10-220

Low Key Infamous
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Low Key Infamous

It was the late 90’s when I learned what addiction really looked and felt like. Had I known what signing … Continue reading Low Key Infamous

When Realities Collide
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When Realities Collide

The doctors told me it would be at least a year before I would be properly healed. I laughed at … Continue reading When Realities Collide

King For a Day?
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King For a Day?

I don’t know. Maybe I’m overthinking this question, but I’m going to roll with the first response that came to … Continue reading King For a Day?

DIY Resurrection
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DIY Resurrection

The most ambitious DIY project I’ve ever taken on was… my ressurections. No, I don’t believe I’m Jesus. What I’m … Continue reading DIY Resurrection

I’ve Never Understood Traditional “Vacations”
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I’ve Never Understood Traditional “Vacations”

For as far back as I can remember, it’s been tradition for people to take a yearly vacation. Some stay … Continue reading I’ve Never Understood Traditional “Vacations”

Useless Efforts
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Useless Efforts

Banning is a useless effort and only makes it more popular. Look how great prohibition worked out for us. Removing … Continue reading Useless Efforts

Perspective on Control
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Perspective on Control

Are you the type of person who has to plan everything out to the smallest detail possible in the hopes … Continue reading Perspective on Control

Advice to my younger self
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Advice to my younger self

You’re smarter than you give yourself credit for. You’re better looking than you give yourself credit for (but don’t get … Continue reading Advice to my younger self

Which Would You Choose?
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Which Would You Choose?

For the older crowd – Boomer, Gen X, and 80’s born Millennials who suffered trauma after 40: Based on what … Continue reading Which Would You Choose?

Yay Klonopin
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Yay Klonopin

The other day was hell. NGL. I was faced with way too much reality and had to take a klonopin … Continue reading Yay Klonopin

Universal
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Universal

I eventually become bored with everything, but here are some situations that have no waiting line – Small talk. I’m … Continue reading Universal

Favorite Drink? Easy!
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Favorite Drink? Easy!

I’ve enjoyed many drinks over my years of life – none of which were healthy in nature. As the years … Continue reading Favorite Drink? Easy!

Believe in the 100 rule
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Believe in the 100 rule

When I first began my blog, I saw an article that provided advice for people starting any sort of venture. … Continue reading Believe in the 100 rule

The Intangible
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The Intangible

There have been times in my life where there was no light available to stay focused on. I had maybe … Continue reading The Intangible

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