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April 16, 2014
by Laura
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Think Easter Eggs Have Nothing To Do With Christ? Then Your Faith Is Lacking

As someone who struggles with anxiety and worry, one of the most annoying pieces of advice is something along the lines of “you just need to have more faith.” Alternatively, I am chastised for my lack of faith with statements … Continue reading →

Categories: Lessons, Platypus Not Platitudes | Tags: Easter, faith, spiritual gifts | Permalink

March 17, 2014
by Laura
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Special Little Snowflakes

While indulging in reading one of my favorite fashion blogs, I came across this most interesting post from Aussie blogger Cassie, called “From Frightened to Femme.” When reading her story about how a shy, nerdy girl became a confident fashionista, … Continue reading →

Categories: Lessons, Testimonies | Tags: emotions, Identity, judging, pride, vanity | Permalink

January 15, 2014
by Laura
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The Power of Waiting For It Later

Welcome to 2014! It’s a brand new year, and with each new year, we all hope for fresh starts and for our goals and dreams to come to pass. The most cliched saying in January is, “This is my year.” … Continue reading →

Categories: Lessons, Patience and Waiting, Platypus Not Platitudes, Shit Happens | Tags: flying pigs, new year, patience, perspective, power of now, scarlet tanager, yellow warbler | Permalink

December 22, 2013
by Laura
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Perfecting the Art of Perfectionism

Previously, I presented the frightful side of complacency. Now it’s time to talk about its evil partner in crime…perfectionism.  Especially considering it’s the holiday season, when there is so much pressure for everything to be perfect. Sure, I could write … Continue reading →

Categories: Lessons | Tags: perfectionism | Permalink

October 23, 2013
by Laura
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Facing The Epic Fail

Halloween is just around the corner, so I thought I would  write about something super scary. Something that strikes fear in the hearts of men, a creature in the night that already has you in it’s death grip before you … Continue reading →

Categories: Lessons | Tags: complacency, failure, faith | Permalink

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