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Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

Two covid-19 at home tests showing a positive result.

My Jan. 2023 Covid-19 Experience

From a former Contact Tracer

Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

Smiling woman in an orange apron stands behind a wooden counter at what appears to be a bakery. Croissants line the counter. An open window is behind her to the right, a door to the left. White background with plants visible in the room.

Why I Turned Down a Job Offer Worth $10,000/Year More

Some things are worth more than money

Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

Woman in a meditating sitting position on a mattress bed on the floor. Her bed is unmade and there is clutter surrounding her. Mirror in the background and a window. Room is bright, walls are light grey, with light pouring in.

You Don’t Need To Clean Your Home For Guests — Grow Up.

Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

Large Christmas tree in a public space. Tree is decorated in large red bows. People appear to be shopping nearby and one man is taking pictures of the tree.

Yes, You Can Get Rid of Christmas Gifts the Day After You Receive Them

Controversial? Practical? Also…

Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

A woman is standing in front of shelves of books, holding a “Van Gogh” book. She is hiding her mouth behind the book, with her eyes and glasses peeking out over the top.

If Your Writing & Art Catalog is Big Enough, You’ll Make All The $$$ You Want

Unlike Van Gogh, you…

Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

A photo of our cat, Daisy, on my lap. She is a black and white rescue cat.

I Spend $14.86/Month on My Subscriptions and Mooch Others From Family

HBO Max, Netflix or neither?

Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

A woman is standing in a room with a VR headset on. It is nighttime.

Zuckerberg’s Metaverse Scares Me & It Should Scare You

Facebook is taking over reality

Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

Two doctors operating on a patient. One doctor’s face is in frame and he is wearing scrubs, a mask, and glasses. Background wall is green. Medical equipment can be seen.

Who Knew Being in Charge of Your Own Medical Records was So Expensive?

Paper records are pricey!

Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

Man sitting outside on a rock looking lost in thought and a bit sad. Pensive. He is wearing a white t-shirt and jeans, with a green ballcap. His arms are tattooed. He has workboots on. The background is blurred but looks like a beach’s rocky shore.

3 Productivity Tips for Depressed Folks — And Everyone Else

How to deal with having “off” days…

Rachel Yerks in Rachel’s Journey

I Lost My Dream Job and I Can’t Say I’m Too Upset About It

Restaurant critic from hell

Rachel’s Journey

Join me as I try new approaches to thinking, working, and living a happier life.

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