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Ramblings of a Curious Mind: A space where everyday epiphanies meet philosophical musings—thoughts are observed, pondered, and free to run wild. Each entry is a journey into life’s complexities, written with curiosity and wonder, and explored in the endless pursuit of meaning.
Examining life, one idea at a time, and inviting you along for the company. Every piece you’ll find here is compiled by the conversation topics I have with my clients, my own daily writings and then crafted by me [Guthrie Brown], offering a personal glimpse into how I see the world we share, expressed through the art of words.
“it is not the answer that enlightens, but the question.”
Eugène Ionesco
All The World’s a Stage
February 1, 2026 | Issue #26| Trial Expired Welcome to Minds In Motion, your monthly field guide of small observations, questions, quotes, and truths — collected without urgency and shared as they are, still in motion. "The mind is not a vessel that needs filling, but wood that needs igniting." —Plutarch, 46-120 CE And so our 30-day free trial of 2026 has ended, and before you ask — yes, it’s far too late to unsubscribe. Still, we have to admit, it’s already been a very inte
Guthrie Brown
Feb 13 min read
Of Monsters & Time
January 22, 2026 | Issue #25 Hi Friends, I hope the year has been as kind to you as it can be, or at the very least, not too dramatic in its entrance. But, from what I’ve gathered, it may not be the case. Which is why January has this way of making itself be known, not through fireworks or fanfare, but through its sheer length. It’s the month that seems to stretch itself across the calendar like a cat sprawled out in a sunny spot. "The butterfly counts not months but moments
Guthrie Brown
Jan 222 min read
Happy New Year!
January 1, 2026 | Issue #24 | Here Nor There Dear Friend, Happy New Year. I do hope Christmas and the ending to 2025 was everything you wanted it to be, along with what you needed it to be. As this year begins, rather than starting with resolutions or grand declarations, I wanted to try to begin with something slower. So, I’m letting this newsletter, this space [ right here ], breathe a little differently. Instead of long essays and segmented sections, Minds In Motion is bec
Guthrie Brown
Jan 13 min read
The Shortest Day, The Longest Night, & The Returning of Light
December 21, 2025 | Issue #23 | Winter Solstice Warmest of tidyings and Happiest of Christmases, friend! As we arrive at the end of the year, I wanted to leave you with something steady and unhurried. This week’s blog grew out of midwinter reflections, on the Winter Solstice, the early roots of Yule, and a year spent noticing more than striving. It’s less about tying things up neatly with a bow, and more about honoring rhythm, attention, and the small daily rituals that carri
Guthrie Brown
Dec 22, 20252 min read
Rediscovering The Selves We Left Behind
December 1, 2025 | Issue #22 Welcome to Minds In Motion , your monthly spark of thought provoking ideas, philosophy, and practical wisdom to keep you inspired and moving forward. In this week's edition we’ll unpack: Unboxing the 90’s — Forgotten corners and how all our stories are still living below the surface. A brief intro to Carl Jung — Exploring the ideas of a Swiss psychologist on how our past selves quietly guide the choices we make now. Turning to Charles Dickens
Guthrie Brown
Dec 1, 20256 min read
Pilgrims & Peasants in the Early Dark
November 22, 2025 | Issue #21 Salutations weary traveler! I hope November, with it’s early darkness and the chill that is settling into the evenings, has been treating you most kind. It does seem like this season is a bit heavier than expected, the way things feel too fast, too slow, and overwhelming all at the same time. As I’ve been writing, I kept circling back to the idea that we’ve always felt this way, and this article is my way of saying: you’re not the only one feeli
Guthrie Brown
Nov 22, 20252 min read
The Scent of Coziness and A Hum of Doing Too Much
November 1, 2025 | Issue #20| The Scent of Cozy In this week's edition we’ll unpack: The Scent of Coziness — How our sense of smell could be telling us to slow down and why nostalgia feels so different now. Wisdom of a Wandering Scholar — Learning to let your observation wander and finding your way out of faerie. Sticking To Your Own Story — Why it’s important to avoid getting lost in someone else’s story. May these words find you well, as we untangle our thoughts and ex
Guthrie Brown
Oct 31, 20256 min read
Country of the Living Dead: How a First-World Nation Turned Its Privilege into a Ghost Story
October 25, 2025 | Issue #19 | All Hallow’s Eve The streetlights hum their glow in the cooling air as the season begins to shift. Porch lights flicker on, illuminating carved pumpkins, ghosts swaying on thin strings, and skeletons scattered about. A faint scent of chimney and fog machine smoke, candy, vanilla, spice and damp leaves drifts through the neighborhood. Happy Halloween ! Here’s your special subscriber’s look into this months blog — part history, part reflection w
Guthrie Brown
Oct 24, 20252 min read
Unmasking October & The Wonderland of Identities
October 1, 2025 | Issue #18 In this week's edition we’ll unpack: Wandering Wonderland — Discover what Alice’s curious journey teaches us about masks, identity, and the freedom to grow into ourselves. The Truth Behind the Mask — Oscar Wilde reminds us that sometimes we reveal more when we hide. How can masks set us free instead of holding us back? The Halloween Tree — Explore how fear, friendship, and the unknown guide us toward courage, wonder, and a little magic in our
Guthrie Brown
Sep 30, 20255 min read
Scrolling Through Time: The Fractured Clock of Modern Life
September 22, 2025 | Issue #17 | Fractured Clock Happy official Fall, Ya’ll! Here’s your special subscriber’s look into this months blog, this piece is about more than the turning of the seasons — it’s about what autumn itself teaches us. From the balance of the Equinox to the physics of time and entropy, the blog looks at how slowing down is not failure, but wisdom. It’s a meditation on privilege, distraction, and the harvest of attention: what we choose to keep, and what we
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Sep 21, 20252 min read
Returning To Hogwarts and The Reason Behind Our Adoration For Certain Things
September 1, 2025 | Issue #16 | Returning to Hogwarts Happy September, Friends! This week is a special edition, as a huge fan of the Wizarding World, I couldn’t resist. Since the first of September is the day you would go back to Hogwarts, so if you’re not a fan of Harry Potter, I do apologize— I tried to keep it lightly wizarding themed. May these words find you well, as we untangle our thoughts and explore new ideas… "And now, Harry, let us step out into the night and pursu
Guthrie Brown
Aug 31, 20256 min read
Flow Control: From Dams to Daydreams
August 17, 2025 | Issue #15 | Daydream & Folly In this week's edition we’ll unpack: Flow Control — What rivers and fluid dynamics can teach us about navigating boredom and responsibility. The Praise of Folly — How embracing our mistakes might be the wisest move of all. The Phantom Tollbooth — Why the real magic lies in the in-betweens, not the destinations. May these words find you well, as we untangle our thoughts and explore new ideas… "Time is a gift, given to you, giv
Guthrie Brown
Aug 16, 20255 min read
The Roads We Inherit, The Roads We Choose
August 1, 2025 | Issue #14 | Sleeping Giants & Shifting Paths In this week's edition we’ll unpack: Sleeping Giants: The Legacy We Carry — Exploring how old habits and beliefs linger beneath the surface, quietly shaping our choices. Aesop’s Wisdom — A timeless fable about freedom, impatience, and the cost of handing over control without thought. Rotate Your Stuff: Refreshing Your Everyday — Simple ways to awaken overlooked spaces and reignite joy by shifting the anchors around
Guthrie Brown
Jul 31, 20255 min read
Living the Questions: The Comfort in Not Having the Answer
July 15, 2025 | Issue #13 | Living The Questions In this week's edition we’ll unpack: Living The Question — Why leaning into the unknown can calm your mind more than chasing every answer ever could. The Law of Impermanence — How this ancient truth softens the grip of worry by reminding us that nothing stays stuck forever. Not Everything Needs Fixing — A gentle nudge to rest your hammer for a day and trust that some things mend themselves in time. May these words find you we
Guthrie Brown
Jul 14, 20256 min read
Watching the World Woosh By
July 1, 2025 | Issue #12 | Unhurried Miles In this week's edition we’ll unpack: Train Analogies – a slow ride through train tracks and analogies, and how these journeys, like train rides, can teach us to let go of the rush. Occam’s Razor – a centuries-old reminder that sometimes the simplest explanation is often the truest one. Wisdom From Wild – how you don’t always need the whole map, just the courage to keep walking. May these words find you well, as we untangle our th
Guthrie Brown
Jun 30, 20255 min read
Balance & Boundaries: A Juggling Act
June 15, 2025 | Issue #11 | Juggling Act In this week's edition we’ll unpack: Balance & Boundaries — How pausing to question what we’re blindly carrying can free us from the circus of perfectionism. Aristotle’s Eudaimonia — True happiness, according to Aristotle, isn’t found in fleeting pleasures but in living with purpose, virtue, and self-mastery. The “Pause & Prioritize” Check-In — A simple method to help you drop what drains you and double‑down on what truly matters. May
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Jun 14, 20255 min read
Where The Days Stretch Long: A Quiet Turning Point
June 1, 2025 | Issue #10 | Hey June In this week's edition we’ll unpack: Where the Days Stretch Long —We’ve reached the halfway mark of the year—where nostalgia, subtle shifts, and the wisdom of slowing down remind us to pause and realign. The Veil of Maya —A look into the illusions that shape our everyday lives—through the lens of Hindu philosophy and Schopenhauer. What are we really seeing, and what are we missing? Don't Force a Recharge, Redirect —Low energy doesn’t mean y
Guthrie Brown
May 31, 20255 min read
The Physics of Positivity: Finding Light in Life’s Equations
May 15, 2025 | Issue #09 | Positive V. Negative In this week's edition we’ll unpack: The Physics of Positivity —What the laws of thermodynamics can teach us about staying positive, even when life feels chaotic. Negative Capability — How embracing uncertainty (à la John Keats) can actually make you wiser, calmer, and more creative. Simple day-to-day Magic — Dressing for the energy you want. Why choosing your outfit is more than fashion—it’s energetic alchemy for your day. Ma
Guthrie Brown
May 14, 20256 min read
Beltane and the Body’s Awakening: Waking Up Your Ghost-Mode Self
The Neuroscience of Beltane– How Sunlight, Serotonin, and A Little Ritual Can Reboot Your System May 1, 2025 | Issue #08 | Happy Beltane In this week's edition we’ll unpack: Beltane & the Body’s Awakening – We’ll explore the ancient Celtic fire festival of Beltane and how it beautifully aligns with our biological rhythms, encouraging us to shake off the fog and re-engage with life—intentionally and vibrantly. The Middle Way: Walking the Path of Balance – Learn how this core
Guthrie Brown
Apr 30, 20255 min read
What Do Chickens, April Showers, and Quantum Mechanics Have in Common?
April 17, 2025 | Issue #07 | April Showers In this week's edition we’ll unpack: What Do Chickens, April Showers, and Quantum Mechanics Have in Common? Spoiler: more than you’d think. This week, we’re sticking with the theme of the cosmic joke and unraveling how life’s quirks—big and small—are part of a much grander, and weirder, dance. The Ship of Theseus – Identity & Change – An ancient thought experiment that still rings true today: if everything in your life changes, a
Guthrie Brown
Apr 16, 20255 min read
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