Dubie’s Blog

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A statue of a monkey holding red flowers with a sign that reads 'Here is Happiness', set against a background with an orange sunburst and green leaves. Text at the bottom says 'DURABLE HAPPINESS'.
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Thought of the Day March 14, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

There is no truth to be found in knowing yourself; only depth.

The lens may not be perfect and the trees may be in the way, but the moon is unfazed…

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Bonus Haiku March 13, 2026

My gifted eyeball

Trampled along the path; crushed.

Hindrance reduced.

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Thought of the Day March 13, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

It is difficult, if not impossible, to see anyone else as more trustworthy or reasonable than we believe ourselves capable of being.

On the fence…

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Thought of the Day March 12, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

It is dangerous to cut yourself off from what you are feeling. Our emotions are the lens through which we perceive what we value and without it we are blind to our motivations and easily manipulated.

The oncoming spring in her gossamer gown.

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Thought of the Day March 11, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

Our insecurities are the ghosts of our past dressed up like truths about our future.

Now is not before.

Bird of Paradise

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Thought of the Day March 10, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

We've hit the “let's take stock of what we've learned and try something different" part of history.

Foggy morning

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Thought of the Day March 9, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

Sometimes I look around myself and wonder, is everyone else insane?

Other times I look at myself and wonder, am I insane?

Most of the time I just smile at how much we all have in common.

Fawkes knows the score…

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Thought of the Day March 8, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

The purpose of a sapling isn't to become lumber, nor is the purpose of a child to become labor.

Purple sunrise clouds…

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Thought of the Day March 7, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

The shift to abundance replaces “how much can I get?” with “what do I need?”

“What can I get away with?” with “what would I like to accomplish?”

Grasping becomes acceptance.

Chipmunk grin.

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Thought of the Day March 6, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

"A Flight of Arrogance"

Expecting the top to spin the world
Punishment is found in every disappointment
Humility is freedom from perfection
Admitting no difference
Between a boon for parliament
And Fawkes' terrible day
To twirl with the poets
Suffers no clarity
Just the joy of the blur

Dawn sun through icy limbs.

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Thought of the Day March 5, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

All of the time we spend imagining and grasping at who we want to be and the goals we want to achieve could be much better spent focusing on who we already are and where we currently stand.

If you can't be happy until…
It's unlikely you'll be happy when…
The conditions for happiness are all around you…
When you learn to look all around you.

Two pups in the thinking chair…

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Thought of the Day March 4, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

I looked for the moon;
The world obstructed my view.
I'll keep practicing.

Light interrupted.

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Thought of the Day March 3, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

Happiness is a warm puppy on a cold morning.

This, I believe, is the height of wisdom.

One snuggly pup showing off his skills.

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Thought of the Day March 2, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

Sometimes the best thought is simple loving kindness sent without conditions.

So, to all who read this and equally to those who do not; may you be safe, happy, healthy and free from harm. May you ride the waves of your life at ease.

Happiness isn’t hidding…

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Thought of the Day March 1, 2026

Dubie's Thought of the Day:

The urge to dominate others is born out of fear. The move toward preemptive violence is the breakdown of both imagination and courage.

There is no peace or safety to be found on the path of war only death and futility.

My friend Sir Farley Hambane standing in the window.

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