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Life Lessons Blog – Justin Burgy

Large, weathered oak tree standing in a quiet autumn forest.

The Person We Think We Have to Be

July 5, 2026

Single red chair surrounded by rows of white chairs, symbolizing identity and belonging

The Stories We Tell Ourselves

June 28, 2026

Person sitting on a dock at sunset reflecting on life and past mistakes

Should I Have Known Better?

June 21, 2026

Four friends sitting on a hillside overlooking a valley and mountains

Why We Pretend Not to Care

June 14, 2026

Person standing alone in a hallway reflecting on how humor helped them connect with others

How Humor Helped Me Connect

June 7, 2026

Road stretching toward a sunrise representing perseverance, growth, and reaching a meaningful goal

The Finish Line Feels Different Than I Expected

May 31, 2026

Tired delivery driver driving home after work at sunset

The Exhaustion of Trying to Become Better After Work

May 24, 2026

Childhood football photo from youth sports reflecting masculinity and emotional vulnerability in men

How Vulnerability Became Dangerous for Men

May 17, 2026

Laptop open late at night while waiting for feedback from ARC readers on a first novel

Giving My ARC Readers My Book Was Harder Than Writing

May 10, 2026