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Delightfully Disappointed

[ DISCLAIMER ] * Stranger Things spoilers contained herein. Photo credit , property of Netflix, fair use When season one of the science fiction television series Stranger Things first aired in 2016, I enjoyed it quite a bit. Mainly, the show was chock-full of ‘80s nostalgic iconography and expressions, and I liked seeing a ragtag group of friends fortified through their love of a game. Although in childhood I was forbidden from interacting with the fantasy tabletop ro

Deric Hollings

7 days ago11 min read

Too Bad

[ DISCLAIMER ] Too Bad On the 2024 EP She. , rapper ARDN featured the track “ Too Bad ” in which he stated, “Too bad I… too bad, I know. Too bad I know. Too bad, I gotta get going. She too bad, I know. Too bad, I know. Too bad, I gotta get going.” Considering the cited lyrics, definitions may be helpful. The phrase “too bad” may be used to show that one is sorry or feels bad about something. For example, when departing from a location in which his romantic partner

Hip Hop and REBT

Deric Hollings

Dec 23, 202511 min read

How I Feel (Am I Wrong)

[ DISCLAIMER ] When recently listening to an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set by DJ Ellika , I heard her spin the track “ How I Feel (Am I Wrong) ” by Faul & Wad , Nico & Vinz , ALTÉGO , and Old Jim . Lyrics include the following: So, am I wrong ? For thinkin’ that we could be something for real? Now, am I wrong? For tryna reach the things that I can’t see? But that’s just how I feel (ooh) That’s just how I feel (ooh) That’s just how I feel Tryna reach the things th

EDM and REBT

Deric Hollings

Dec 22, 20259 min read

Even Concerning Your Nightmares

[ DISCLAIMER ] * Dreams (2025) spoilers contained herein. Photo credit , property of Imagem Films and Greenwich Entertainment, fair use I’m a fan of Jessica Chastain ’s acting. Still, I was somehow late to the viewing of Dreams (2025) in which Chastain and Isaac Hernández depict an intimate partner relationship that represents a romantic union of one’s dreams (series of thoughts , images, or emotions occurring during sleep). However, as the film progresses, those dr

Deric Hollings

Dec 21, 202512 min read

Explanation and Justification

[ DISCLAIMER ] To provide a psychoeducational lesson on my approach to Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), I find it useful to illustrate how the scripts which we tell ourselves are constructed (made or formed by combining or arranging parts or elements; set in logical order). First, it may be worthwhile to distinguish between thoughts and beliefs. A “thought” is an individual act or product of thinking . A “belief” is a state or habit of mind in which trust or

Deric Hollings

Dec 13, 202512 min read

The Wet Duck Flies Backward at Midnight

[ DISCLAIMER ] Photo credit (edited), photo credit (edited), fair use “The wet duck flies backward at midnight.” That’s what was written on the chalkboard by a student at Randall High School in 1992. I stared at the expression, trying to make sense of it. As the bell had just rung, signaling students to transition from one class to another, I walked away. On my way out of the room, I observed a teacher chuckling at my bewilderment. “What did the sentence mean?” I wonder

Deric Hollings

Dec 10, 20257 min read

UNO Reverse Card

[ DISCLAIMER ] Photo credit (edited), fair use In childhood, I enjoyed playing UNO (a shedding-type card game derived from the crazy eights family of card games). Notably, there was a “reverse” card that, in effect when played from the hand, switched the order of play directions (i.e., clockwise to counterclockwise, or vice versa). As well, in effect as the first discard, the dealer played first while play then proceeded counterclockwise. Later in life, the UNO reverse

The Daily Stoic

Deric Hollings

Dec 3, 20257 min read

Making Decisions With Jumbled Judgment

[ DISCLAIMER ] The most advanced firearms training I’ve ever had occurred when I was subcontracted to the Department of Energy while working in the field of nuclear security. Regrettably, photos of that training environment weren’t allowed. Thus, I have no evidence to offer in the form of a photo. Similarly, the second best firearms training I received was when I was under contract with the Department of Defense while affiliated with the Department of State in the field o

The Daily Stoic

Deric Hollings

Nov 28, 202512 min read

Bloodbending: A Moral and Ethical Dilemma Regarding Control

[ DISCLAIMER ] * Avatar: The Last Airbender spoilers contained herein. Photo credit , property of Nickelodeon, fair use ATLA – I ask that you keep an open mind In no less than five posts within my blog, I’ve discussed the animated fantasy action television series Avatar: The Last Airbender (ATLA). Aside from it being my favorite animated series, I argue that ATLA contains theoretical, philosophical, and spiritual concepts worth considering. Therefore, this is a seri

Deric Hollings

Nov 17, 202523 min read

Letting Your Happiness Be Determined by Things You Can't Control

[ DISCLAIMER ] The above photo was taken during a Marine Corps noncommissioned officer (NCO) Mess Night , which is a formal, traditional dinner and ceremony that fosters camaraderie and celebrates Marine customs. In the picture, I’m featured with two of my friends (persons XX and XY). Individuals who remain familiar with my blog are likely aware of the fact that I experienced significant administrative and legal issues when in the Corps, as I ultimately received other th

The Daily Stoic

Deric Hollings

Nov 10, 202514 min read

I Don't Agree With Everything That Anyone Says

[ DISCLAIMER ] I don’t agree with everything that anyone says. “Anyone?” you may ask. Anyone! Taking this proclamation a step further, I don’t agree with everything that even I’ve ever said. “What?” you may respond. After all, I’m able to change my mind when considering additional information. Therefore, there are many positions I’ve historically supported that I don’t currently advocate. Personally, this approach to rational living is how one may achieve what Stoic a

Deric Hollings

Oct 30, 202511 min read

Overtones

[ DISCLAIMER ] When earlier listening an electronic dance music (EDM) DJ set by K_Oxana , I heard the track “ Overtones ” (2020) by Frost . The sampled vocals of the song reportedly originate from an interview concerning British rapper of Nigerian descent Sneakbo , as he states: I’ve done a lot in my life It’s been ups and downs You know that I’ve done big shows, I’ve done small shows I’ve traveled so much And I’ve learned a lot along the way And I realized there’s more

EDM and REBT

Deric Hollings

Oct 19, 20255 min read

I Complied

[ DISCLAIMER ] Recently, I received a number of image takedown notices regarding photos used on my blogposts that were associated with media images – which I properly credited under standards of fair use . All the same, I complied with the requests, as no harm or abuse was intended. Nevertheless, I consider this matter worthy of a psychoeducational lesson on Rational Emotional Behavior Therapy (REBT). Specifically, use of the ABC model and unconditional acceptance (

Deric Hollings

Oct 16, 20255 min read