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Communication

Why Bother to Keep A Goin?

As awkward as we may feel around people and as embarrassing as making a mistake while in the company of others, we learn best from our experiences, even the painful ones.    Socially Inept  I am more comfortable in the company of myself or with one other person, even if they might be a stranger.…
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Faith

Why Bother to Anticipate?

We all live in a state of anticipation. Human beings wrestle with this condition known only to mankind. No matter how many times we tell ourselves to let go, release our grip, be in the moment and trust the unknown, we cannot convince ourselves to do so for very long. We may even try and…
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Communication

Why Bother Exposing Ourselves?

There is nothing quite like standing in front of an audience to speak. All eyes on you. You are the center of attention. There are expectations to meet. You have to deliver something worth the while of those who’ve come to listen.    Standing in Our Truth Last Sunday, I was invited to speak at…
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Faith

Why Bother Being Comfortable at Home?

Before I’d turned thirteen years of age, I’d moved five times and I’d had no choice in the matter. The decision to relocate always rested on the shoulders of my parents.  Moving, Moving, Moving The first time we moved was exciting because I’d never left the confines of my home state of Nebraska before. The…
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