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Is it a character flaw or a Demon?

by Daniel on Jan 28, 2020

In the Charismatic Christian community, there are two reasons why people have serious problems: it’s either a character issue or it’s a demon. Those broad sweeping generalizations are clearly inaccurate much of the time. It’s just as foolish as generalizing how women feel or how men react. Life is full of nuance and unique circumstance. 

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Chronic Pain Isn’t “Normal”

by Daniel on Aug 8, 2018

As a teen, basketball was my jam. I played three years at our private high school, at community college spring training, and multiple times per week at the local rec center.

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Maybe You’re Out There And You Feel Like Me

by Daniel on Apr 30, 2018

I slumped against the bathroom counter, glanced at my reflection, and muttered, “May we all become useful humans”.

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You’re Too Hard On Yourself

by Daniel on Mar 23, 2018

“You’re too hard on yourself.” A good friend said this to me at a dinner last year in downtown Austin. For three years, he had seen my minuscule contributions to society in comparison to my peers, and he was deeply concerned that I was down on myself in a destructive way.

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Are We Lying To Each Other As Comfort?

by Daniel on Mar 20, 2018

“God must have something better for you.”

How many times have you heard that statement?

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Which Topics Are MUST LEARN?

by Daniel on Mar 12, 2018

As a person who was formerly useless to society, what do you need to learn? Which topics are MUST KNOW? If your self-esteem is at an all-time low, for instance, is there a checklist of items you can tick off one at a time in order to track progress?

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12 Things The Best Employees Need

by Daniel on Feb 7, 2018

In the 21st Century, most resources focus on professional self-development for entrepreneurs. But most people aren’t entrepreneurs, and even those who are may eventually hire employees. So it’s always a timely subject.

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How to Be Fascinating By Fascinating Yourself

by Daniel on Nov 22, 2017

It’s intimidating to set a goal like writing a book when you know in your heart no one will read it. It’s difficult to put in the hours of practice required to become a decent podcaster when you have nothing important to say. You might as well stick to daydreams and fantasy.

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Will the Pursuit of Success Make Me Happy?

by Daniel on Oct 25, 2017

When we moved from the suburbs to the hill country of Tennessee, my views on life, fulfillment, and purpose made a 180 degree shift.

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Are You Happy Being You?

by Daniel on Oct 12, 2017

Have you ever felt misunderstood by everyone around you? And have you ever felt trapped playing a role that wasn’t really you?

I know I have.

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