It’s that time again! Here are five articles I’ve read and loved this week. Don’t forget to share your favorites in the comments.
Jealousy & Regret Are Great Teachers by Shauna Niequist
Different from the normal, “jealousy is a sin, so quit it!” tone of the conversation, this perspective was honest and helpful.
Free: To Live Openly & Expansively by Helen Burns (via She Loves Magazine)
If you’ve ever felt trapped, in any area of your life, you’ll resonate with this story.
The Simple Way to Get More Opportunities by Tyler Braun
Hint: It’s not what you think. Great reminder from my friend Tyler Braun.
Separation of Church and Hate by Ruthie Dean
Are you worried you’re responsible for everyone else? Are you constantly trying to fix people? I love this call to change.
How To Listen by Seth Godin
I’ve long wanted to be a better listener. This post is a great reminder that “listening” is not a passive act.
What have you read this week? Share your favorite articles in the comments!
“Why Me, God?” by Lauren Hardy. Those were questions I have asked last 2 years.
“Love Is Not Pretty, And It Is Not Pink” by Krisi Johnson. Although I told her that:
I don’t agree completely with the statement: “Love Is Not Pretty”. I can surely agree that “It Is Not Pink”! But I think that: Love Is Not ALWAYS Pretty or Love Is Not ONLY Pretty.
Thanks Rina! Those were two great posts.
Someone shared this article with me called, “You Don’t Have to be Pretty.” It’s a few years old, but I liked the perspective. http://www.dressaday.com/2006/10/20/you-dont-have-to-be-pretty/
I know it can be bad comment etiquette to toot your own horn…but this my latest post, “Getting Smug at Starbucks.” http://awritespot.wordpress.com/2013/02/07/getting-smug-at-starbucks/
Thanks for sharing! I’ll check these out.