Category: Self-help/Encouragement
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Finding Joy in the Midst of Suffering
“Suffering, of course, can lead you in either of two directions: It can make you very bitter and close you down, or it can make you wise, compassionate, and utterly open, either because your heart has been softened, or perhaps because suffering makes you feel like you have nothing more to lose.” Richard Rohr It…
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Be Careful Not to Quell the Creativity
“Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 18:3 I don’t want to take the context away from this Gospel story by pulling just this verse out, but the phrase “become like little children” resonated with me. In the passage, Jesus uses…
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The Grace of God Among Our Imperfections
There was a day when I felt a supernatural peace. I was patient with my clients, my kids, and my husband. I practiced active listening and had deep conversations with friends and loved ones. I was not judgmental and when someone hurt my feelings, I didn’t overreact. I was patient and we discussed everything thoroughly.…
