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Why Bother Noticing Our Choices?

Why Bother Noticing Our Choices? We make a lot of choices in one day. For example, because today was Saturday, I chose to sleep in, getting out of bed only after I smelled the coffee that my husband brewed. With coffee in hand, I then followed my usual routine of reading something inspirational, practicing meditation…
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Gratitude

Why Bother Noticing Guilt?

Why Bother Noticing Guilt? I did not always know the difference between true and false guilt. However, years ago, when a professional counselor pointed out the distinct differences between the two, her pointedness stuck with me. Ever since then, I can recognize the disguises that counterfeit guilt wears and as a result, step away from…
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Health

Why Bother Getting To Know Your Farmer?

Why Bother Getting To Know Your Farmer? This summer I joined a new community. Every Tuesday, for four hours, I volunteer on a farm. I work side by side with other volunteers and employees in exchange for what I would normally buy, fresh produce and eggs. This is no ordinary farm though, it is my…
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Humor

Why Bother Rising To The Occasion?

Why Bother Rising To The Occasion? While a junior in high school, I made my first commitment to a “professional” job; I became a nurse’s aide in a nursing home. Working there gave me more confidence than anything in school, and I was tempted to drop out to devote myself to my job. But instead,…
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