Jay Thompson
@jay.life
Writer, thinker, speaker, traveler. Seeker of fish. Father, husband, grandfather to D&K, and friend. Enjoying small-town living on the Texas coast.
Here's my latest post on @realestatenews.com. All about the custom GPT I created, the Real Estate Therapist!
Agent-built AI chatbot serves up real advice with a sense of humor
Jay Thompson created the "Real Estate Therapist" AI assistant to talk agents off the ledge, draft tricky messages and add some levity to a tough job.
www.realestatenews.com
July 14, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Here's my latest post on @realestatenews.com. All about the custom GPT I created, the Real Estate Therapist!
New post up on the High Road Papers.
Introducing the H.I.G.H. Framework!
To be followed soon by the R.O.A.D. Framework.
See what I did there? H.I.G.H. + R.O.A.D. = High Road.
I know, crazy clever... 😁
Consider hitting that SUBSCRIBE button in the post. Please.
highroadpapers.com/how-to-take-...
Introducing the H.I.G.H. Framework!
To be followed soon by the R.O.A.D. Framework.
See what I did there? H.I.G.H. + R.O.A.D. = High Road.
I know, crazy clever... 😁
Consider hitting that SUBSCRIBE button in the post. Please.
highroadpapers.com/how-to-take-...
How to Take the High Road: The H.I.G.H. Framework
The H.I.G.H. Framework helps you navigate conflict, set boundaries, and respond with integrity—without being a doormat. Learn how to lead with wisdom & composure.
highroadpapers.com
February 24, 2025 at 4:10 PM
New post up on the High Road Papers.
Introducing the H.I.G.H. Framework!
To be followed soon by the R.O.A.D. Framework.
See what I did there? H.I.G.H. + R.O.A.D. = High Road.
I know, crazy clever... 😁
Consider hitting that SUBSCRIBE button in the post. Please.
highroadpapers.com/how-to-take-...
Introducing the H.I.G.H. Framework!
To be followed soon by the R.O.A.D. Framework.
See what I did there? H.I.G.H. + R.O.A.D. = High Road.
I know, crazy clever... 😁
Consider hitting that SUBSCRIBE button in the post. Please.
highroadpapers.com/how-to-take-...
Didn't take long for the idiots to show up on Bluesky...
January 9, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Didn't take long for the idiots to show up on Bluesky...
New post up on the High Road Papers.
“You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”
— Marcus Aurelius
Pretty sure I’ve never quoted Aurelius until now.
highroadpapers.com/taking-the-h...
“You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”
— Marcus Aurelius
Pretty sure I’ve never quoted Aurelius until now.
highroadpapers.com/taking-the-h...
Taking the High Road: The Scenic Path Leads to Growth
Taking the high road, like choosing the scenic route, fosters personal growth, stronger relationships, and lasting integrity. Explore the long-term benefits of patience and resilience in life's journe...
highroadpapers.com
January 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
New post up on the High Road Papers.
“You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”
— Marcus Aurelius
Pretty sure I’ve never quoted Aurelius until now.
highroadpapers.com/taking-the-h...
“You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.”
— Marcus Aurelius
Pretty sure I’ve never quoted Aurelius until now.
highroadpapers.com/taking-the-h...
There's a new post up on The High Road Papers. It's a winding, sometimes difficult path, but loaded with life and professional benefits.
highroadpapers.com/the-benefits...
highroadpapers.com/the-benefits...
The Benefits of Choosing the High Road in Life
Discover the transformative benefits of taking the high road. Learn how choosing grace over conflict fosters mental clarity, emotional resilience, personal growth, and professional success in this ins...
highroadpapers.com
December 27, 2024 at 8:53 PM
There's a new post up on The High Road Papers. It's a winding, sometimes difficult path, but loaded with life and professional benefits.
highroadpapers.com/the-benefits...
highroadpapers.com/the-benefits...
The latest post on the new site is up. (Almost time to drop "new"...)
"Sometimes, staying silent and “being the bigger person” feels less like moral fortitude and more like willingly swallowing a plate of nails."
highroadpapers.com/highroad-has...
"Sometimes, staying silent and “being the bigger person” feels less like moral fortitude and more like willingly swallowing a plate of nails."
highroadpapers.com/highroad-has...
The High Road Has Exits—Take Them When Needed
The high road isn’t a one-lane freeway stretching into infinity. It’s got exits for a reason.
highroadpapers.com
December 18, 2024 at 5:43 PM
The latest post on the new site is up. (Almost time to drop "new"...)
"Sometimes, staying silent and “being the bigger person” feels less like moral fortitude and more like willingly swallowing a plate of nails."
highroadpapers.com/highroad-has...
"Sometimes, staying silent and “being the bigger person” feels less like moral fortitude and more like willingly swallowing a plate of nails."
highroadpapers.com/highroad-has...
New post up on the High Road Papers.
Exploring times and situations when taking the high road may not be the best option, and the keys to figuring out when to do so and when to take a more practical path and speak up.
highroadpapers.com/standing-you...
Exploring times and situations when taking the high road may not be the best option, and the keys to figuring out when to do so and when to take a more practical path and speak up.
highroadpapers.com/standing-you...
Standing Your Ground: The High Road Isn’t Always the Best Path
Discover why taking the high road isn’t always the best choice. Learn when standing your ground is the better option.
highroadpapers.com
December 7, 2024 at 8:48 PM
New post up on the High Road Papers.
Exploring times and situations when taking the high road may not be the best option, and the keys to figuring out when to do so and when to take a more practical path and speak up.
highroadpapers.com/standing-you...
Exploring times and situations when taking the high road may not be the best option, and the keys to figuring out when to do so and when to take a more practical path and speak up.
highroadpapers.com/standing-you...
Despite the fact it took me almost an hour to center this, I'm enjoying getting back into building a #WordPress site...
(And @briangardner.com's Powder theme rocks.)
PS: It's not WordPress or the theme. It's me.
HighRoadPapers.com
(And @briangardner.com's Powder theme rocks.)
PS: It's not WordPress or the theme. It's me.
HighRoadPapers.com
December 4, 2024 at 3:24 AM
Despite the fact it took me almost an hour to center this, I'm enjoying getting back into building a #WordPress site...
(And @briangardner.com's Powder theme rocks.)
PS: It's not WordPress or the theme. It's me.
HighRoadPapers.com
(And @briangardner.com's Powder theme rocks.)
PS: It's not WordPress or the theme. It's me.
HighRoadPapers.com
This is fun. And remarkably accurate (which can be terrifying to those concerned about AI's world takeover).
"Like a curious grandpa who's discovered the internet—delightfully perplexed and simultaneously amused by it all."
blueskyroast.com/roast/jay.life
H/T bsky.app/profile/seos...
"Like a curious grandpa who's discovered the internet—delightfully perplexed and simultaneously amused by it all."
blueskyroast.com/roast/jay.life
H/T bsky.app/profile/seos...
December 3, 2024 at 1:49 PM
This is fun. And remarkably accurate (which can be terrifying to those concerned about AI's world takeover).
"Like a curious grandpa who's discovered the internet—delightfully perplexed and simultaneously amused by it all."
blueskyroast.com/roast/jay.life
H/T bsky.app/profile/seos...
"Like a curious grandpa who's discovered the internet—delightfully perplexed and simultaneously amused by it all."
blueskyroast.com/roast/jay.life
H/T bsky.app/profile/seos...
My new site, HighRoadPapers.com is live!
Thanks to the visitors and subscribers who've stopped by.
It's been a while since the writing bug has bitten me.
I don't intend to tell you to always take the high road (in fact, there are times you shouldn't); I just want to share some thoughts and ideas.
Thanks to the visitors and subscribers who've stopped by.
It's been a while since the writing bug has bitten me.
I don't intend to tell you to always take the high road (in fact, there are times you shouldn't); I just want to share some thoughts and ideas.
High Road Papers
Pondering the benefits of taking the high road--in life and business. Writings and other creative content to make your journey complete.
HighRoadPapers.com
November 30, 2024 at 4:55 PM
My new site, HighRoadPapers.com is live!
Thanks to the visitors and subscribers who've stopped by.
It's been a while since the writing bug has bitten me.
I don't intend to tell you to always take the high road (in fact, there are times you shouldn't); I just want to share some thoughts and ideas.
Thanks to the visitors and subscribers who've stopped by.
It's been a while since the writing bug has bitten me.
I don't intend to tell you to always take the high road (in fact, there are times you shouldn't); I just want to share some thoughts and ideas.
How much traffic do you think this site has gotten lately from people looking for something else?
www.bluesky.com
www.bluesky.com
Blue Sky | 2025 Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Planners
The Blue Sky planner is the solution to your planning needs. Select from our assortment of 2025 daily, weekly, and monthly planners for the new year!
www.bluesky.com
November 28, 2024 at 5:55 AM
How much traffic do you think this site has gotten lately from people looking for something else?
www.bluesky.com
www.bluesky.com
In my past life as a Zillow employee, fending off vitriol spewed by brand haters, I adopted the "high road philosophy."
About to launch a new website about how it can help you—in business and life. Sign up to get notified when launched.
highroadpapers.com
About to launch a new website about how it can help you—in business and life. Sign up to get notified when launched.
highroadpapers.com
High road papers
Pondering the benefits of taking the high road--in life and business. Writings and other creative content to make your journey complete.
highroadpapers.com
November 27, 2024 at 4:51 PM
In my past life as a Zillow employee, fending off vitriol spewed by brand haters, I adopted the "high road philosophy."
About to launch a new website about how it can help you—in business and life. Sign up to get notified when launched.
highroadpapers.com
About to launch a new website about how it can help you—in business and life. Sign up to get notified when launched.
highroadpapers.com
And so ends five years of litigation...
November 26, 2024 at 11:38 PM
And so ends five years of litigation...
Nifty little Bluesky feature. You can change your kinda awkward "@name.bsky.social" username and go with a domain name you own.
Need to know how to add a DNS record, but it's not terribly complicated. How-to link in comments.
Need to know how to add a DNS record, but it's not terribly complicated. How-to link in comments.
November 19, 2024 at 6:55 AM
Nifty little Bluesky feature. You can change your kinda awkward "@name.bsky.social" username and go with a domain name you own.
Need to know how to add a DNS record, but it's not terribly complicated. How-to link in comments.
Need to know how to add a DNS record, but it's not terribly complicated. How-to link in comments.
For us BS Noobs.
BS... My inner twelve-year-old appreciates this
BS... My inner twelve-year-old appreciates this
Handy reference of some Bluesky features for those wanting to dig in a bit.
Here’s some cool stuff you can do with Bluesky
It’s not just an Alf pics repository.
www.theverge.com
November 19, 2024 at 2:55 AM
For us BS Noobs.
BS... My inner twelve-year-old appreciates this
BS... My inner twelve-year-old appreciates this
My friends in the real estate industry know I support the National Association of Realtors, but they aren't making it easy...
As I was quoted in this article, "the optics couldn't be worse."
www.realestatenews.com/2024/11/18/n...
As I was quoted in this article, "the optics couldn't be worse."
www.realestatenews.com/2024/11/18/n...
NAR’s ‘lavish’ spending includes six-figure pay for volunteers
Leaders spent thousands on Hamilton tickets and other luxuries with corporate credit cards, as former execs stayed on the payroll, The New York Times reported.
www.realestatenews.com
November 18, 2024 at 7:15 PM
My friends in the real estate industry know I support the National Association of Realtors, but they aren't making it easy...
As I was quoted in this article, "the optics couldn't be worse."
www.realestatenews.com/2024/11/18/n...
As I was quoted in this article, "the optics couldn't be worse."
www.realestatenews.com/2024/11/18/n...
I went to Twitter today to delete my account. Scrolling back through the memories made me a weepy mess. So many amazing people and fun times!
Despite the fact that place is nothing but a shit show and a full-time job blocking asshats, I just couldn't pull the trigger. Yet.
Gonna try this place.
Despite the fact that place is nothing but a shit show and a full-time job blocking asshats, I just couldn't pull the trigger. Yet.
Gonna try this place.
November 18, 2024 at 2:20 PM
I went to Twitter today to delete my account. Scrolling back through the memories made me a weepy mess. So many amazing people and fun times!
Despite the fact that place is nothing but a shit show and a full-time job blocking asshats, I just couldn't pull the trigger. Yet.
Gonna try this place.
Despite the fact that place is nothing but a shit show and a full-time job blocking asshats, I just couldn't pull the trigger. Yet.
Gonna try this place.