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The Fears and Aspirations of a Paint Tube

This is not a medieval torture device. But it is one of my favorite new studio tools. It has one job, and that's to squeeze all the paint from the tube. And it does it very well. After using it a few times, I can finally rest assured that from this day forth, I will get my money's worth out of every tube of paint I buy.A flattened, used-up paint tube is quite a contrast to a fresh one.There is something about brand new tubes of paint that makes artists giddy. Fresh and unspoiled, they are loaded with potential and brimming with exhilarating possibilities.On the other hand, the used-up tube …

- - - | written by Jason on 5/12/2021 | - - -

The Show with Everything On It | Escape Adulthood LIVE #51

On this week’s show, we're talking about paint tubes, pizza, and an awesome new book from Kyle Scheele and Andy J. Pizza! Hang out with Kim & Jason Kotecki as they inspire, entertain, and encourage you in your fight against Adultitis. If you attend live, you’ll be able to chat with fellow Adultitis Fighters, have the chance to ask questions, and win prizes! Grab your favorite beverage, take a little Humpday break, and join us for a cup of hope! ☕️ 🍺 🍷 🎥 New episodes every Wednesday at 7:45 pm CT on Facebook.🚨Get notified when new shows go live & replays are available here.🔗 …

- - - | written by Jason on 5/5/2021 | - - -

Becoming More Playful | Escape Adulthood LIVE #50

On this week’s show, we're celebrating our 50th show while talking about double rainbows and how to become more playful. Hang out with Kim & Jason Kotecki as they inspire, entertain, and encourage you in your fight against Adultitis. If you attend live, you’ll be able to chat with fellow Adultitis Fighters, have the chance to ask questions, and win prizes! Grab your favorite beverage, take a little Humpday break, and join us for a cup of hope! ☕️ 🍺 🍷 🎥 New episodes every Wednesday at 7:45 pm CT on Facebook.🚨Get notified when new shows go live & replays are available here.🔗 LINKS …

- - - | written by Jason on 5/4/2021 | - - -

#BecauseCOVID Project

Life got turned upside down for everyone in 2020. Virtual meetings. Mask mandates. Toilet paper shortages. All of it...because COVID. The COVID-19 pandemic was a storm that affected all of us, in many different ways. It wrought a lot of pain, tragedy, and devastation. But if you look closely, you might have noticed that good things can come from an unwelcome pandemic. Closer relationships. Unexpected blessings. Surprising opportunities for growth. All of it...because COVID. We are launching a new initiative, and we invite you to join us in contributing to the healing process by bringing …

- - - | written by Jason on 5/2/2021 | - - -

How to Be More Playful

I am friends with clowns.I don't mean in the proverbial sense. I mean people who paint their faces, wear red noses, and ride in Volkswagon Beetles with thirty-seven of their closest friends.I guess that's an occupational hazard when you decide to fight Adultitis for a living.I know some folks have a thing against clowns, but the ones I know – the real ones – are true Adultitis Fighters. They are compassionate souls who are all about bringing more light and empathy into the world. I can get behind a mission like that.Although our missions are in lock-step, clowns go about accomplishing it …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/28/2021 | - - -

To-Do List Triage | Escape Adulthood LIVE #49

On this week’s show, we're talking about the war between the Joshes, fun spring cleaning tips, and how to avoid becoming a slave to your to-do-list. Hang out with Kim & Jason Kotecki as they inspire, entertain, and encourage you in your fight against Adultitis. If you attend live, you’ll be able to chat with fellow Adultitis Fighters, have the chance to ask questions, and win prizes! Grab your favorite beverage, take a little Humpday break, and join us for a cup of hope! ☕️ 🍺 🍷 🎥 New episodes every Wednesday at 7:45 pm CT on Facebook.🚨Get notified when new shows go live & …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/25/2021 | - - -

How to Avoid Becoming a Slave to Your To-Do List

Hello, my name is Jason, and I'm a crossoffaholic.Have you ever done something that wasn’t on your to-do list, and after you completed it, wrote it down just so you could immediately cross it off?Me too. All the time. It's not weird at all.The truth is, we experience a dopamine hit – a happy little chemical reaction – any time we accomplish something, which is the reason crossing things off our to-do list makes us feel good. (Also, I may or may not believe I won't get credit if I don't write it down.)In general, I am a fan of to-do lists. They help keep me organized. And writing things down …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/21/2021 | - - -

Insert the Coin | Escape Adulthood LIVE #48

On this week’s show, we're talking about Super Mario Brothers, video games, and the most important thing you need to do to avoid missing your life. Hang out with Kim & Jason Kotecki as they inspire, entertain, and encourage you in your fight against Adultitis. If you attend live, you’ll be able to chat with fellow Adultitis Fighters, have the chance to ask questions, and win prizes! Grab your favorite beverage, take a little Humpday break, and join us for a cup of hope! ☕️ 🍺 🍷 🎥 New episodes every Wednesday at 7:45 pm CT on Facebook.🚨Get notified when new shows go live & replays …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/20/2021 | - - -

Shannon Babb, April 2021 Adultitis Fighter of the Month

An Adultitis Fighter is someone who rallies against rules that don't exist and engages in ruthless, senseless acts of silliness that undermine Adultitis and its unadventurous version of adulthood. Once a month, we shine a light upon the most remarkable among us, holding them up as a dazzling example of what we should strive for in this epic battle against a formidable enemy. This month's worthy recipient of this prestigious honor is Shannon Babb! In recognition of their efforts, Adultitis Fighters of the Month receive a special mini-canvas hand-painted by Jason, along with a …

- - - | written by Jason on 4/18/2021 | - - -

Insert the Coin

My Grandpa and uncle used to own a tavern. Once in a while, they'd close it to host family parties. I remember the dimly lit atmosphere and the ghosts of spent cigarettes that hung in the air, but my favorite feature was the row of arcade games lined up against the wall. They were blinking, bright doorways to amazing worlds and grand adventures. I don't remember ever being given any money from my parents to play them. But no matter. Each game had a preview segment, showing a minute or so of the gameplay to entice you to feed it some coins. I just delighted in going from machine to machine, …

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