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Why Bother Being Grateful?
By Terese Luikens | Jul 1, 2025 | Faith, Learning
Grateful? At times, it is easier for me to feel gratitude than at other times. For instance, when I finally get the recognition I’ve been pining for from my employer, or when the fickle spring weather gives way to hot summer days or when a rift between my husband and me is resolved, Then it…
Read More → Why Bother Being Surprised by Truth?
By Terese Luikens | Jun 29, 2025 | Faith
Surprised by Truth Growing up, my parents taught me what I believed was the truth. I had no reason to doubt that what they said was honest, accurate, authentic and genuine. I was taught to respect God and my parents who, in my opinion, were just below God on the ladder of hierarchy. I was…
Read More → Why Bother Sharing Our Pain?
By Terese Luikens | Jun 27, 2025 | Communication, Relationships
Pain Nobody enjoys feeling physical or emotional pain and yet, it is unavoidable. Terminal illnesses, accidents, injuries, misunderstanding, estrangements and rejection are just a few of the painful experiences we get to encounter in life. Over the long haul, our pain can tire us out, wear us down and make us feel defeated. Pain can…
Read More → Why Bother Observing Our Thinking?
By Terese Luikens | Jun 25, 2025 | Communication, Learning
Observing Our Thinking It’s been said that there is not a single waking moment when we are not thinking. Which is why I bother to observe my thinking. I want to stay on track. What does my thinking track look like? I want my thinking to stay with what is good, right, true and beautiful…
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