Darryl S. Duke My Blog

Laboratory Of Love

May 22, 2023May 21, 2023 by Darryl S. Duke

“If I were a scientist working in a laboratory. I would call it the ‘lab of love’ and invent a potion that evokes feelings of self-love. If more people loved themselves it would make the world a better place for us and our children, and hopefully a safer one too.”

My Mailbox Achievement

May 21, 2023April 23, 2023 by Darryl S. Duke

“I don’t mean to brag, but. I’ve walked up to a mailbox with letters in one hand, and my cell phone in the other, and didn’t mail my cell phone”

Try The Opposite Answer

April 2, 2023 by Darryl S. Duke

“Trying to prove ourselves right is an obstacle to many things. Greater knowledge. Connection with others. And a true sense of emotional security. Whereas realizing we don’t always have all the answers can do quite the opposite.”

What We Are Here To Do

June 3, 2024March 25, 2023 by Darryl S. Duke

While listening to, The Greatest Love of All. A song about Muhammad Ali, my teenage role model, and why I started boxing at 15, saddened me this morning. We could certainly use more people like him in this world today. Even though he is no longer here, he inspires me to do my best to … Read more

That Smile Looks Good On You

March 25, 2023March 12, 2023 by Darryl S. Duke

“Inward anger turned outward is very unbecoming. We all have days when being nice can be hard. But trying to show kindness and even smiling when we don’t feel like it can help us feel better and get through those times. Kindness and a smile from another human have helped me feel a little better … Read more

Teaching Self-Love

February 27, 2023February 26, 2023 by Darryl S. Duke

“Teachers aren’t teaching kids how to be gay. They are teaching them that it’s OK to be who you are and that we should learn to love ourselves. Lack of self-love is a problem in this country. There is an epidemic of insecurity among the people. It may appear that an agenda is being pushed … Read more