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First Peson Singular: A Confession
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Pornography Part 2: Definitions – Survey Says!
Dictionaries do not define pornography in a way that allows us to know it when we see it.
Pornography Part .5: Victorians Invented Pornography
I wrote a sideways truth …
Pornography Prologue: Take 7
A few years ago the idea came to write an article or series concerning the dysfunctional relationship between society and pornography
The Semicolon
… does he intend we not use semicolons merely because they are not necessary?
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Confusion of a Probably Atheist
Awhile ago a man approached, introduced himself and within five short minutes of inquiring small talk asked me if I was an atheist. I hesitated for a nano and responded, calmly, “Probably.” As I heard my answer, my jaw dropped. I take pride in knowing myself. I take pride in candid honesty. “Probably?” did not sound like either.
Trust30 VI: Wanting
Today, let’s take a step away from rational thought and dare to be bold. What’s one thing you’ve always wanted to accomplish but have been afraid to pursue? Write it down. Also write down the obstacles in your way of reaching your goal. Finally, write down a tangible plan to overcome each obstacle. The only thing left is [...]
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Trust30 Day 5: On Travel
Not everyone wants to travel the world, but most people can identify at least one place in the world they’d like to visit before they die. Where is that place for you, and what will you do to make sure you get there? Places in the world are like books, too many to get to [...]
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Trust30 – Day 4: Postit and Life Challenges
Identify one of your biggest challenges at the moment (ie I don’t feel passionate about my work) and turn it into a question (ie How can I do work I’m passionate about?) Write it on a post-it and put it up on your bathroom mirror or the back of your front door. After 48-hours, journal [...]
Trust30 Day 3: Personal Illusions
What’s one strong belief you possess that isn’t shared by your closest friends or family? What inspires this belief? What have you done to actively live it? Language contributes more than direct experience to the realities people adopt. Our species is the symbol making species. We recognize and create patterns. We employ symbols to simplify [...]