Blog of Josh Hall

I’ve got a bunch of weird emotions going on right now.  I don’t want to say “I lost someone today.” That sounds too self-centered.  Especially since I haven’t talked to my dad’s friend for almost 10 years.  But, how do I explain this feeling of loss? I don’t think he knew how much I revered […]

When picking friends, try to find friends who can do things you can’t. and things you can do they can’t.  lawyers, car repair, home repair, etc are all skills that are great to have accessible.  Sure, sometimes it’s nice to have friends that have things in common with you, but if you can find friends […]

What do single people with no friends do when they have to get an operation? How about people from out of town, either as exchange students or just long term work assignments? How do you get yourself to and from a place while you’re under anesthesia? When I had to get foot surgery, It required […]

Don’t keep your personal struggles secret.   That’s what’s making it a personal struggle.  Share it.  Expose it.  The only way to get rid of the dark is to bring in the light!  Don’t be ashamed!  Don’t assume you can handle it on your own!  The sooner you tell friends the sooner you can get […]

Weddings are about the bride and groom.  Don’t make it about you.  Weddings are different and difficult for many reasons, and they are not trying to insult you by not inviting you.  If you’re not married, you’ll learn.

Friends are replaceable.  Family, is not. If you lost a family member, you will never be able to fill that void.  All you can do it learn to ignore it and remember them.