Books N' Brews By Bluemoon

Beyond My Desk: Taxes, Tea, and Typography Who Am I? The question seems simple, yet it carries layers of meaning and values. Most of us answer it with our profession, our relationships, our roles or the responsibilities we carry. But do those truly define who we are? Not long ago, I came across a question on social media that quietly challenged everything I thought I knew about myself and made me pause for a second: "Would you date yourself?" With what we are, will we be able to date ourselves? If yes, we are indeed living a heartfelt life. If not, then we should work on it. Another question that made me pause my answer and thrown into a pool of confusion is, "Could you introduce yourself?" Which version of me should I introduce? The reader? The entrepreneur? The writer? The editor? The storyteller? The artist? The daughter, wife, friend? Then comes another question just as often, "How do you manage everything?" People assume the answer is time management....

       Cocktail Party of Storytelling:  A Neurochemical Brew S tories are not merely narratives; they are alchemical brews that can stir the very essence of our being, and exist within us to be passed on to many generations. Like a skilled bartender crafting a bespoke cocktail, the storyteller blends elements to evoke a desired response. Two potent concoctions emerge: the Angel's Cocktail and the Devil's Cocktail, each with its own unique neurochemical signature. The Angel's Cocktail: A Symphony of Joy – A Divine Elixir Just as a skilled bartender mixes ingredients to create a delightful cocktail, the masterful storyteller can concoct a potent brew of emotions. Dr Phillips aptly termed this the "Angel's Cocktail," a potent blend of neurotransmitters that uplift and inspire. Dopamine, Oxytocin, and Endorphins are the main ingr edients in Angel’s Cocktail. Dopamine: The Spark of Intrigue Suspense, the heart-pounding anticipation of the unknown, is the key ingr...