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Hello, I’m Jay.

I’m an award-winning author, blogger, and behavioral health pharmacist with a passion for sharing life-changing words that make a real difference.

Whether you’re on a journey of personal growth or navigating the twists and turns of retirement, I’m here to help you thrive.

Why do I focus on personal growth? Because I believe that every small step you take toward becoming your best self can lead to big, meaningful changes in your life.

My writing is all about exploring those little steps, the ones that help you build confidence, find purpose, and create a life that feels truly fulfilling.

But that’s not all! I also write about the ins and outs of retirement—planning for it, reaching it, and making the most of it. Retirement isn’t ...more

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Growing Old Is a Privilege Not Everyone Gets

Image by myshoun from Pixabay The Pharmacist Wordsmith – September 4, 2025 – Life-Changing Words Post #56 We joke about aging a lot. The gray hairs. The wrinkles. The creaky knees. Birthday cards that say “over the hill.” But here’s the thing: growing old is a privilege. And it’s not one that everyone gets. Instead of fearing it or fighting it, what […]

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Having read The Midnight Library, I knew going into this one not to take the premise too literally. Matt Haig’s books always balance the line between the everyday and the impossible, and this one is no exception. What I love most is how the story rem ...more
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Hang the Moon is the third Jeannette Walls book I’ve read, and she’s yet to disappoint me. Sallie Kincaid, the young but determined protagonist, is one of those characters you root for from the first page. She’s bold, resilient, and a little reckless ...more
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“Money's greatest intrinsic value--and this can't be overstated--is its ability to give you control over your time. To obtain, bit by bit, a level of independence and autonomy.”
― Morgan Housel, The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel & The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley 2 Books Collection Set

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