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Everyday Stories, Lived

Life

  • Financial habits, attitudes, and personalities

    When it comes to discussing finances, while others are confident talking about it, some of us might cringe. Others might want to dismiss the topic altogeher. But did you know? There are values that influence our financial decisions. From Financial Planning for Young Adults: Values that influence our financial decisions Family Security Spirituality Independence Friendship Read more

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  • What’s your cause?

    It’s true that having a sense of purpose and self-sacrifice gives our life meaning. From the book Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age: Having a cause–a thee story–is the third great pillar in living a meaningful life. A cause is something you believe in that’s bigger than yourself. It’s serving God, being Read more

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  • Sense of control

    Of course, we are not in control all of the time. But just by having a sense of control in some things already makes so much difference. Can you remember the time when you were given a chance to have a say in what happens to you? It felt daunting but at the same time, Read more

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  • What’s in a name?

    Sometimes, it’s just a name given to you. Mostly, it’s what you make of it. A good name [earned by honorable behavior, godly wisdom, moral courage, and personal integrity] is more desirable than great riches;And favor is better than silver and gold.Proverbs 22:1 AMP That’s why it’s so important to strive to keep your name with integrity Read more

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  • Are you eating right?

    With all the advice on “eating right” that is readily available online, are you wondering whether you are actually doing it right? If you want to find a good read about eating right, I have found the article just for you. What’s the title, you say? I’m glad you ask! It’s: The Last Conversation You’ll Read more

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  • When an agent of change shows up

    There’s always a resistance. Because it’s easier to cling to what is familiar rather than exploring something that’s still in between that might work or might not work. “…when an agent of change shows up, it often leads to shifts that we probably didn’t expect.Understanding it now is more productive than simply being forced to Read more

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  • Letter no. 10

    Dear reader from the future, Just almost a month after Israel lifted its mandate of wearing outdoor masks for COVID-19, a conflict was brewing between Israel and Gaza that killed and injured both their peoples. With the tensions erupting and making global news headlines, I begin to wonder how deep-seated their conflict is. I may Read more

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