Category: 2025
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Permanent Markings
One of my favorite songs of all time is “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” by Tears for Fears. I like it for a variety of reasons, but one line stands out to me: “All for freedom and for pleasure.” An echo of a longing that humans have for freedom…
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The Shield of Perfectionism
In this post I wrote down some of my deep thoughts about perfectionism and how it affects our lives. If you struggle with perfectionism, I hope that my thoughts are helpful. And that you are encouraged to look deeper into how it affects your life personally and how you can…
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Silence is its power
I used to think I was immune to perfectionism. I like things done well, and I take care of myself. However, I did not see perfectionism manifesting the way I saw it in others. In my life, perfectionism wears a different coat. It lies in my silence. In the things…
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You Never Left the Frame
This poem reflects on the pain of heartbreak while recognizing the enduring presence of love. It emphasizes the importance of faith, quoting Psalm 34 about God being close to the brokenhearted. The imagery of drifting petals symbolizes loss, yet the poem conveys hope in the eternal nature of love and…
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Aphrodite Was Weeping
As I wrote this poem, I thought a lot about how love in this world always lets us down. None of us seem to be able to sustain pure love that sacrifices, protects, and always places others before ourselves. With no conditions or expectations. I realized that we need a…
Streams of Comfort 