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Faith

Why Bother Knowing the One to Whom We Belong?

Belonging gives us the sense of membership, security, and a common bond, while estrangement gives us the sense of disconnectedness, lostness and loneliness. We are all created with the capacity to know when we belong which means we also know how it feels to not belong.         Tick Tock the Game is Locked Since we often…
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Faith

Why Bother Applying Forgiveness?

Real relationships are messy. They are times of miscommunication, misunderstanding, unmet expectations, and hurt feelings.  More often than not though, the people closest to us do not set their sights on trying to make our lives miserable. But sometimes, when their misery cannot be contained, it  spills out all over those who are closest to…
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Learning

Why Bother Being Authentic?

Being honest with others begins with being honest with ourselves. When we believe it is better to be authentic than to be an impostor, to be genuine instead of disingenuous and to be at home in our own skin instead of wishing we were someone else, then we connect with ourselves.   The Real McCoy While…
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Communication

Why Bother Talking Less and Listening More?

Good communication is essential to good relationships. The better we are at relating to others, the better our relationships will be.  Where did you first learn to communicate? Most likely it was during your formative years from the adults that surrounded you.  Unique As a kid, I observed the adults around me and noticed how…
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