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The Happiness Switch
How This Unexpectedly Became My Happiest Year in Decades Note: I recently came across this blog I wrote in 2017 after a six-week sabbatical in New Zealand. It contains some…
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Why I Love Fireflies
I was a new Christian - and very depressed. Just a few months after surrendering my life to Jesus Christ, the initial joy had worn off and I was feeling…
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The Law of Replenishment
Have you ever run out of gas? Of course, the smarter thing is to periodically check your gas gauge to see when it's time to replenish your supply. But many…
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6 Takeaways from a Great Sabbatical
Not all the lessons from my recent sabbatical in New Zealand and California would be relevant to your life, and some things are probably too personal to share. But I…
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Breaking a Most Difficult Addiction
Just one week into my much-needed sabbatical, one thing is abundantly clear: I find it extremely hard to fully relax without feeling guilty and unproductive. As an addict to the…
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Why Was Elijah Depressed?
Elijah has always been one of my favorite Bible characters, and I'm particularly intrigued by the chapter where he fights deep depression (1 Kings 19). The mighty prophet had witnessed…