Canadian researchers, writing in the journal Psychological Science have, according to the BBC, reported that self-help mantras may be more damaging than helpful. And, while I find "Psychological Science" to be an oxymoron, it is a peer-reviewed journal, and so the research is probably reasonably sound.

I cleaned the pool filter today. It was full of algae. Now it can go back to being effective, and taking algae out of the water. Eventually, I'll clean it again. It's one of those cyclical things.

Applied for a job today installing garage doors. Who knows if I'll get it, but the application can't hurt me, at least. I've been filing a lot of those sorts of applications. I'm getting desperate for a job. Next, I'll be applying at fast food restaurants....