I have a problem with being present. I'm not the only one, because a search for #fullypresent on Instagram turns up about 10 thousand hits. Is it hard for you to be #fullypresent? I hear people talk about wanting to be fully present, even getting away or pushing away so they can experience it ...
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How to Welcome Afghan Refugees
Some of us are about to welcome Afghan refugees for the first time. The first time for us, and the first time for them. The location of your hometown has a lot to do with whether or not you have the privilege of welcoming strangers. Some cities are resettlement cities for the United Nations. And ...
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2 Questions to Ask God About Going Forward and Back Again
How do you feel about “two steps back?” You know, “three steps forward, two steps back”? When trying to move forward, no one likes going back again. Some say my country is in the “4th wave” of COVID-19, and it seems likely since we’re back near the peak cases of the summer of 2020. Some places are ...
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5 Steps to Redeem the Rest Other People Ruin
Other people could be ruining your rest. Maybe they already are and you’re not sure what to do. You may feel stuck. Physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual rest aren’t bonus items for when our to do list is done and no one has a need; that day will never come. With understanding, we can take 5 ...
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The Me Time Lie and 5 Truths about Rest
If we want real rest, focusing on “Me Time” may be more hindrance than help. Google “Me Time” and get over 14.5 million results. Secular sources like Lifehack say, “Me Time gives your mind a chance to rest.” It may feel that way at first, but not when Me Time is over. With so many connections ...
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