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Astro Joe Garcia

@astrojoe888.bsky.social

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Gigging Houston musician exploring music, creativity, entrepreneurship and culture with stories, local flavor, and the perfect song for every post. #TexasMusic #Creativity #MindfulLiving #GrowthMindset #CraftBeer

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Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · Jan 15

Ever wonder how music, craft beer, & mindfulness can fuel your creative journey? I explore that intersection on Houston Hangout, sharing my entrepreneurial path, one song & story at a time. houstonhangout.substack.com #CreativeLife #MusicInspiration #CraftBeerThoughts #MindfulEntrepreneur #Houston

Houston Hangout | Astro Joe Garcia | Substack

Houston Hangout explores the intersection of creativity and strategy, blending music, business, and community insights to inspire meaningful, lasting impact. Click to read Houston Hangout, by Astro Jo...

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Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 3h

Turns out "just be yourself" wasn’t a warning, it was the whole plot twist. #GenX #Mindfulness #CreativeLife

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 1d

Houston’s creative community is ready for Diwali. Explore how hope and renewal are lighting up the city, and find out about events happening now: houstonhangout.substack.com/p/bright-lig... #HoustonEvents #Community

Bright Lights and New Beginnings in Houston

Embracing community, creativity, and Diwali’s joyful spirit

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Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 1d

Mindfulness isn’t about calm. It’s noticing how absurd it all is and creating anyway. #GenX #Existentialism #CreativeLife

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 2d

Maybe the real productivity hack is saying no to the noise and yes to the messy art. #GenX #Existentialism #Creativity

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 3d

Small acts of courage shape destinies. Don’t underestimate showing up. #Motivation

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 4d

What does Rush’s A Farewell to Kings teach us about enduring vision and creative integrity? Join the conversation and plan for Rush’s return in 2026. #Rush #MusicWisdom #LifeLessons #AstroJoeGarcia houstonhangout.substack.com/p/when-the-m...

When the Music Outlasts the Kings

Revisiting Rush’s A Farewell to Kings and the timeless lesson of creating beyond power and ego.

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Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 4d

Mindfulness hits different when you remember we once lived offline. The pause wasn’t a luxury; it was life. #GenX #AuthenticLiving #Existentialism

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 5d

The freedom of expression we take for granted is the most powerful tool a creative has. It’s not a given, it’s a daily decision to use your voice, tell your story, and build your world. Celebrate that power. Write the song. Start the blog. Build the tool. #CreativeFreedom

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 6d

From the first chord to the 100th show, Whitley Vineyards’ open mic has become a launchpad for local talent and lifelong friendships. Musicians, come share your talents and be part of the milestone event Sunday 10/19, 2-5 PM. #SupportLocalMusic #Milestone houstonhangout.substack.com/p/100-open-m...

100 Open Mics at Whitley Vineyards

A story of music, community, and the joy that comes from showing up month after month.

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Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 6d

Wednesday Wisdom: The week's peak. Anchor your mind in the present effort, not the distant finish line. Every small step taken today builds the momentum for tomorrow's success. #MidweekMotivation

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 7d

“When one is happy there is no time to be fatigued; being happy engrosses the whole attention.”
E. F. Benson

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 8d

From Italian-American pride to modern controversy: How did Columbus Day become a Holiday in Transition? We explore the complex history, the push for Indigenous Peoples' Day, and why the narrative is always changing.

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#ColumbusDay #HistoryDebate #USCulture

Repost: Columbus Day: Reexamining America’s Oldest National Holiday

Exploring the History, Controversy, and Philosophical Reflections Surrounding Columbus Day

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Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 8d

Celebrate 100 open mics with us! 🎶 Sign up for your slot and let your music shine. Bass and cajon provided. Join The Rod Garcia Project at Whitley Vineyards, Sunday Oct 19, 2–6pm in Montgomery, TX. #LiveMusic #OpenMic

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 9d

A well spent day brings happy sleep. Rest well, and let tomorrow greet you with possibility. #NightWisdom #RiseRefreshed

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 10d

Let the rhythm unite strangers and friends. Adventure starts where the music plays. #LiveMusic #MusicCommunity #TogetherWeJam

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 11d

Sometimes the best ‘new’ thing is something you’ve known all along. Rediscover, reinvent, relive. #Rediscover #Reinvent #Relive #OldIsNew #FreshPerspective #TimelessWisdom #NewBeginnings #LifeLessons #Reinvention #FullCircle

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 12d

Caught in a loop lately?
Same habit. Same distraction. Same feeling after.
This post is for you.
On breaking habits during the moment, not before it.
Inspired by Tame Impala and some brain science: houstonhangout.substack.com/p/when-a-bad...

When a Bad Habit Sneaks In, Try This Instead

Why awareness in the act might be the key to breaking the cycle without all the willpower drama

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Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 12d

Mindfulness isn't about clearing your mind; it's about paying attention without judgment. Your thoughts are just clouds passing. Notice them, but don't ride them. It's a simple, daily practice. #Meditation #Presence

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 13d

You can't change yesterday, and tomorrow isn't here yet. Your only real power is in this moment. Take three deep breaths and drop back into the now. That's all the mystery there is. #Mindfulness #BePresent

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 14d

Reminder: You can't fast forward the journey just because you finished the manual early. Put down the remote. Be present for the philosophical plot twist you're currently living through. It's a mystery. Enjoy the episode. #GenX #Existentialism

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 14d

Remembering EVH. it

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 15d

The world needs both philosophers and electricians.
Both dreamers and doers.
It’s not about choosing a side.
It’s about honoring the path that’s yours.

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#Creativity #Entrepreneurship #Houston #Philosophy #WritersLife #TheJourneyIsThePoint

The Philosopher, the Electrician, and the Lie Between Them

Why we need both dreamers and doers, and how the journey matters more than the meme.

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Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 15d

True leadership doesn’t come from titles or thrones.
It comes from clarity, from seeing through illusion, from standing on truth even when the crowd drifts away.
Build your world on values, not crowns.

#CreativeLeadership #TheJourneyIsTheReward

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 16d

The grand, ambitious vision is built on the simplest, most consistent steps. Don't wait for the champagne moment. Celebrate the diligence, the documentation, the small win of getting to the next line of a song or the next chord. #EveryDayIsACelebration #EntrepreneurMindset

Astro Joe Garcia @astrojoe888.bsky.social · 17d

Acceptance is the original open mic night. You show up, lay bare the truth of the moment. The good, the bad, the unknown and trust the audience (the universe) to listen. That's the simple life. #Stoicism #TheMystery