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Jason D. Hill

Jason D. Hill
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Birthday
June 10
Title
Associate Professor of Philosophy
Company
De Paul University
Bio
Jason D. Hill, Ph.D is an academic philosopher and fiction writer. He is the author of 3 books: "Becoming A Cosmopolitan: What it means to be a Human Being in the New Millennium." (Rowman&Littlefield, 2000); "Beyond Blood Identities: Post Humanity in the 21st Century," (Lexington Books, 2009) and "When We Should Not Get Along: Cosmopolitanism and Cultural Differences," (Anthem Press, January 2011). He has written for salon magazine, and penned several newspaper editorials in Europe and the United States. He was born and raised in Jamaica and in 1985, at the age of 20, came to America to become an artist. He has just completed his novel called, "Jamaica Preacher Man."

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JANUARY 4, 2009 6:18PM

Dr. J's Daily Affimations For Life (with Humor)

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Dr. J’s Daily Affirmations

45—48 are the twilight years.

You need to be well into the game at that point.

Do not give up. It is not right not to care.

Remember the ultimate phrase: We have one shot. It’s not a dress rehearsal.

Believe your own rap.

Take your ass off the mat.

Keep your eye on the ball.

Be a contender.

NO REGRETS!!

It is not about the kids, which are a poor substitute for a life purpose.

Is your next-door neighbor’s life the best you could have hoped for?

The fat lady has not yet sung (but she is clearing her throat).

You better work and justify your life!

Our ancestors/parents were immigrants who, working from the bottom, went from D to C. Your goal is B or A. Not C.

Stay focused.

Do not dissipate time or your efforts.

There are 50 ways to leave your lover but only 1 way to live your life.

Brush it off and stand tall.

Look them in the eye and take ‘em down!

Your time is always NOW and never yesterday nor tomorrow.

In the spirit of the comedic genius Sandra Bernhard: People have the Power!
Don’t let anyone screw you over.
Screw them over first.
Screw them up!!

Own the shadows and see the dream.

Keep it real.

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I like this post a lot. At 55 I am struggling with some issues that I need to get under control and your post is inspiring.
Roger Fallihee
January 04, 2009 06:24 PM
Thanks Roger I'm 43 and trying to be mature about approaching that 50
Jason D. Hill
January 04, 2009 06:26 PM
"Own the shadows and see the dream."

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Catamitebastard
January 04, 2009 06:28 PM
I am always a sucker for inspiring quotes, especially from Dr. J.
Dr. Spudman44
January 04, 2009 06:50 PM
Thanks Idaho. FOrgive me for not catching up on your writings. I've been in the midst of a taxing move from New York back to Chicago. I'll catch up over the next few days
Jason D. Hill
January 04, 2009 06:54 PM
I guess I should learn to live with and by my affirmations. This post was a still born
Jason D. Hill
January 04, 2009 07:08 PM
Jason, please don't tell me that 45-48 are the twilight years. What does this mean for me? Don't answer that. I'm loving this post...especially given my recent reflections on "nostalgia". I'm realizing it hasn't been the best way to spend my time. I'm printing out your list and putting it on my bulletin board. Time for me to shape up or ship out...or maybe a little of both! Rated and so appreciated.
marytkelly
January 04, 2009 07:21 PM
Jason you have to go see this about MaryKelly who just left you a comment. I promise you will like it a lot.
http://open.salon.com/content.php?cid=65347
Sorry, Mary but it is pretty special!
Dr. Spudman44
January 04, 2009 08:16 PM
Sorry to hear that you plan to kick the bucket so soon. "45—48 are the twilight years." If you play it right those are the beginning of the best years. Each year after you have less to prove and more to be thankful for. I'm listening to a Sinatra album and as I write this old Blue Eyes is singing "The best is yet to come." Call it serendipity, or whatever. I think your best years are yet to come. Maybe mine too, despite all the med issues. Those I will either get over or learn to live with. I think I will consider this a recommendation and follow it: "Take your ass off the mat."

Take care. Be safe in that move.

monte

Monte
Rev. Dr. Monte Canfield
January 05, 2009 01:55 AM
Very cool, Jason. Although I feel like someone took the wind out of my sail with mention of "twilight years." Yikes! Thanks for the kick in the ass.
Lisa Kern
January 05, 2009 08:30 AM
Here are my own abundance affirmations which I listen to often. I like the humor in your affirmations, though.
Max Rolfe
September 25, 2010 10:06 AM