Ricardo's Corner Archives - My Unique Stories

April 3, 2025April 3, 2025

One Step at a Time

There might be times when you feel like the world is coming down, like everything seems to decide to happen at the same time. Your mind might become full of a multitude of thoughts, from the why did this happen to the what do I do?

These are the moments to remember that you have to keep moving forward, the moment to not give up and to take one step at a time. It might feel like it’s an impossible hurdle, but by taking one step at a time, even if small steps, you can move forward and eventually find a way out of that situation.

If the road feels overwhelming, look for someone who can be your support. It can be your friend, family, significant other. A heavy load seems easier when someone can help you, even if the help is you to lend an ear to your problems. Don’t try to keep everything inside of yourself because eventually it will burst out destroying everything around it.

Never give up and keep moving forward. Always remember that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Face forward and find your happiness.

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

Gaming, is there an age for it?

Throughout the years there have been many activities that are believed to be part of a specific age group. Is this true? Or are these just opinions of people who have different ideas from each other?

Why must we limit ourselves to what we can or cannot do just because it should be an activity for a specific age group.

This brings us to the topic, the question of is there an age for gaming? The answer is a simple one. If the individual enjoys the activity and is not causing any problems to other people, or themselves, then then answer is to continue enjoying it.

Not only that, but some of the activities that supposedly are enjoyed by an older generation, might have started when that generation was young, and as they grew older they brought that activity with them.

Continue doing the activity that brings a smile to your face, enjoyment and possible even a way to relax. Don’t let anyone say that gaming is for kids. Gaming is for everyone as long as it’s enjoyed by that person.

December 4, 2023December 5, 2023

That Time of the Year

It’s that time of the year when we start to listen to the holiday music everywhere, that time when our wallets become lighter. This is a time when our spirits get a lift, a time when our hearts are joyous!

As we become wrap up in the holiday time, we must remember that it’s not about how much money we spend, or how many gifts we receive. Instead we should use the opportunity to review the year which end is approaching. A time to reflect, a time to let go of the past and move forward towards our future.

It’s a time when we should embrace our family and friends, a time to forgive and rebuild bridges, a time to fill ourselves with happiness. There is no better gift than the gift of forgiveness, no better gift that a smile. As you finish reading this piece, go and give a hug to a friend, smile at your neighbor, go and be happy and at peace!

September 12, 2022

Gaming at Your Forties, too Old?

Whenever someone mentions a gamer what is the first thing that crosses your mind? A young person who plays games all the time? Maybe on the computer, maybe on the console? But is gaming only for anyone who is in his twenties or younger? How about those same people who grew up playing games, are they supposed to quit once they reach a magic age? Can you be too old to game?

The answer is that it depends on the person, there is no age for gaming the same way that there is no age for watching movies. Games are form that entertainment. Both young and older people can like games and play them. The change can be more on what types of games older people like. Going back to movies, do we still like the same movies that we liked as children or have our likes and dislikes expanded? It is the same with games.

This is why as the kids who used to play games got older the industry took notice and started to make games that would be appealing to them. As the gamers became older the industry grew up with them. Many of these gamers in turn had children of their own and started playing together with them, becoming a family activity.

It is true that as we get older our reflexes change, and for example on a FPS game the older gamer might not be as fast as a younger one, but this does not mean that the games is less fun. Not only that but the older gamer has also experience that he can use to try to compensate for the reflexes of the younger one. Both young and old can have fun together and learn from each other.

In conclusion there is no age for gaming, it doesn’t matter if you are in your forties, thirties or maybe fifties. The important thing is that you have fun playing games. The time that you spend with games might be less as you become older and busy with other activities, but time is the key factor, not age. Continue playing games and never feel like you are too old to do it. Have fun, enjoy yourself.

September 9, 2022

Being Positive by Choice

Is being positive something you need to think about? Does it come naturally to you? Is it hard to do? The level of difficulty depends on the situation you find yourself in and on the state your mind is in.

It is easier to be positive when everything is going your way. Did you get a promotion or raise at work? Your kid is happy? Did you get a dog or ate your favorite food? In these situations most of the time you don’t need to try hard to be positive. It almost comes naturally, as if the world is your plaything and you are on top of everything.

But, what about when things are not going well? What can you do at those times? Is it worth it to somehow be positive in those moments? Yes, it is both worth it and important. By being positive you can find a way to move forward, a way to start looking for a solution, if one can be found, a way to lower your stress and be healthier. Remember that stress, sadness and negativity can affect your health.

How can you go back to being positive? Try to look for the good points of the situation. Look for how these can help you learn and grow. Don’t let yourself become stuck, find a way to move forward. Talking to friends a family can also help you to overcome it. You might even find that doing a hobby helps you with this.

It is important to remember that there are some situations where you might need some professional help. Thar is ok, the important thing is for you to be able to go back to be happy and positive.

Always remember that you are not alone, even if it seems like the whole world is against you. There is always light at the end of the tunnel. The situation you found yourself in might not be by choice, the negative feelings that come to you might not be by choice, but it is your choice to move forward and if needed to find help to move forward. It is your choice to be positive once again.

Never give up and always move forward wirh a smile on your face.

October 19, 2021

Tuesday and Coffee

How to start your Tuesday morning? With a smile and a cup of coffee! Be kind to everyone and smile to them. A smile warms the heart and costs nothing! Coffee makes the world go round!

July 15, 2021

Words

Words are something that we all use, but many times something that we don’t realize how powerful they are. Our words can create or destroy, make someone smile or cry, be positive or negative. Remember that once something has been said it can never be unsaid. We can apologize all we want, but the words have already been said, they might have created a wound that will heal, but the scar will remain.

Does this mean that we should not use our words? That it’s better to never talk? That is not the case. What we need to do is to use our words with good intentions, be positive in what we day. If we find ourselves on the brink of destroying someone, hurting someone, then take a step back and calm yourself. Find a better way to say it, a way to not destroy bit express yourself.

Is this easy? No, it takes practice and dedication. Find what works for you to improve on this. Di you review afterwards what you said and think how you could have said it better? Do you ask someone for their opinion? Do you write it down and analyze it? You are the one who knows what works better. The important thing is to find a way to improve and better yourself.

Remember that it might not be easy, but it will be worth it. Positive words not only help those around you, but they will also help you to feel happier and better about yourself. Never give up and always move forward.

June 3, 2021