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Charles Black M.D.

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1000 Feet of Courage: Conquering The Tallest Waterfall Climb in New Zealand or the World

Sometimes, the challenge was as mental as physical, but the view was worth it.

3d ago

1000 Feet of Courage: Conquering The Tallest Waterfall Climb in New Zealand or the World

3d ago

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You’re Not as Smart as You Think

Or how to be less wrong and get invited to more family events.

Jan 7

You’re Not as Smart as You Think

Jan 7

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Sanity Is a Verb: Calm, Balanced and Centered Is a Practice, Not a Goal

You will never find sanity ‘out there’ or ‘someday,’ but that does not mean all hope is lost.

Jan 3

Sanity Is a Verb: Calm, Balanced and Centered Is a Practice, Not a Goal

Jan 3

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The Paradox of Selflessness: People Pleasing and My Ongoing Journey to Liberation

The Perils and Peculiarities of People-Pleasing: A Guide to Flattering Everyone Except Yourself

Dec 29, 2024

The Paradox of Selflessness: People Pleasing and My Ongoing Journey to Liberation

Dec 29, 2024

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The Ultimate Cosmic Joke: What to Do In a Universe That Makes Your Life a Comedy

The Cosmic Joke: we have infinite potential but only limited time.

Dec 13, 2024

The Ultimate Cosmic Joke: What to Do In a Universe That Makes Your Life a Comedy

Dec 13, 2024

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Finding Your Life Task: A Mythic Journey, Tragicomedy of Meaning and Cosmic Joke

Finding your purpose in life is equal part epic, absurd, meaningful and ridiculous.

Dec 7, 2024

Finding Your Life Task: A Mythic Journey, Tragicomedy of Meaning and Cosmic Joke

Dec 7, 2024

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Top Gun Thinking: Lessons from the Operating Room and the Cockpit

An important life lesson from people who face off with death.

Nov 26, 2024

Image of a surgeon piloting a top gun fighter aircraft in areal combat.

Nov 26, 2024

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The Freedom of Letting Go: You Can’t Have It All — And That’s a Good Thing

How accepting your limitations can liberate you to live a more meaningful life.

Nov 26, 2024

a lone hiker standing amidst a vast, untouched wilderness, symbolizing freedom from care and societal constraints. It conveys tranquility, inspiration, and a sense of limitless possibilities.

Nov 26, 2024

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A Good Time or A Good Story: Sometimes You Don’t Want What You Think You Want

Your desire for certainty and control may be jobbing you of the adventure of life.

Nov 13, 2024

A Good Time or A Good Story: Sometimes You Don’t Want What You Think You Want

Nov 13, 2024

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Beyond Perfectionism: Why Self-Compassion is Essential for True Success

Failure to accomplish more in life is based on this false belief. Let is go to achieve more.

Nov 5, 2024

AI generated image of a mountain climber summiting a rocky peak at sunrise.

Nov 5, 2024

Charles Black M.D.

Charles Black M.D.

Dr. Charles Black is a general surgeon, author, photographer, outdoorsman, world traveler and fireside philosopher. Website:https://chuckbphilosophy.com

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