Monthly Archives: January 2020

Driven to Succeed — and Discontent

Posted on January 30, 2020 by This Woman Writes

We are a driven people. And whether what drives us is ambition or anger, pressure or fear or desire or purpose, the result is that we never rest. There is always something we need to do to move forward, to … Continue reading →

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Major Decision? Don’t Be Rushed

Posted on January 23, 2020 by This Woman Writes

Whether we’re buying something or considering a major life change, we are constantly pressured to make the decision fast. And if we don’t make the “right” decision, we’re blamed for being too hasty. Why not make it easier on ourselves and take the time we need in the first place? Continue reading →

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Fast, Efficient, and Furious — Is This U.S. Culture?

Posted on January 16, 2020 by This Woman Writes

Speed and efficiency, while they have their places, tend to take up too much space in U.S. culture and thinking. When we focus on wisdom as opposed to production, we’re willing to slow down and take the time we need to grow into the people we were created to be. Continue reading →

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We Don’t Need Influencers; We Need Each Other

Posted on January 9, 2020 by This Woman Writes

Think about the people who have made the most impact in your life. If you’re like me, you’ve probably wasted precious time paying attention to strangers whose faces you recognize: celebrities, “role models,” Influencers (great word — it doesn’t even … Continue reading →

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Compassion and Pride Don’t Mix

Posted on January 3, 2020 by This Woman Writes

The people who, theoretically, are supposed to show compassion, too often don’t. And that is wrenchingly sad. Against all my better instincts, I wandered around a locally-based social media page, one that extols itself for “speaking the truth, and proud … Continue reading →