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Life
Crisis, addiction, change, gratitude, inner strength.
Life rarely runs in a straight line. These texts look honestly at what is hard and at what carries you.
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Why We Try to Control Everything – And Still Find No Peace
Our lives spin ever faster, until body and soul suffer. Yet the way out of this spiral is closer than we think.
Laws, Not Lawlessness – But Who Really Makes the Rules in a State Governed by Law?
Laws protect us from lawlessness, but are they truly equal for everyone? A look at power, money, and the hope found in small things.
Mind the Small Stones
We navigate around the big rocks, but it's the small stones on the path that unexpectedly trip us up. This is a metaphor for the invisible energy-drainers in our daily lives.
The Gold of the Spirit – Gratitude
I never expected the transformative power that lies in gratitude. It's like a cleansing cloth for the mind, or the gold that enriches our spirit.
Is There Life After Death?
One of the most profound questions we can ask ourselves is about life after death. Today, digital information and near-death experiences offer diverse insights into this phenomenon.
A Toast to Our Times
The world seems on the brink, with so much spiralling out of control. Yet, amidst the fears, there's an anchor and a perspective stronger than any problem.
The River of Life
The metaphor of life as a river offers a valuable perspective for navigating its challenges. Imagine observing your own life, much like a river flowing past you…
Depression and Burnout
Depression seems to have been a constant theme in my life. Even as a child, I often felt sad and quickly realised that perhaps not everything was 'normal' with me.
The Thing About Addiction
Life is almost saturated with addictions, many of which go unnoticed. Yet there's an almost impossible variety of them, from drugs to more subtle dependencies.
The Duality of Life
The film "Groundhog Day" humorously portrays life's difficulties, hitting on a profound truth. Constant repetition and the duality of matter shape our earthly existence.
Back to the Present
There's really only the here and now, and we're right in the middle of it. But how do you truly live in the present and not get distracted by the past or the future?
Read from the Book of Life
When life hits hard, it's vital to focus on the positive and gently keep moving forward, rather than standing still.
Crisis in the Lord's Name
Can you fall into a crisis even when you're connected to God daily? Many people might ask themselves such questions, because life has crystal-clear laws that apply to us all.
Let me be the best snail in the world
On one of my regular walks, a habit I have kept for years, I recently had a profound insight.