Category: Our self image

  • Being accepted by society

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    The human population There are many people in the world with a wide range of different characteristics and points of view. It’s only natural, therefore, that they would have different skills and perceived needs.  I referred to “perceived” needs for a reason. We don’t really need a lot in life and there are many things… Read more

  • Staying positive

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    Positive people are usually more confident. They are less inclined to focus on problems in their life. If they have trust that all will be well they will avoid becoming worried. So what makes us worry? That seems to be a silly question. We are all different and have our own issues that cause us… Read more

  • It’s not about me

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    Life’s journey At the start of our life we are a newborn helpless person. We are totally dependent on our parents for our well-being. Our mother provides nourishment and our father provides security. Both of them provide love and support. Exodus 20:12 – Honour your father and your mother, that your days may be long… Read more

  • Pride

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    Some background information When I was a teenager I loved taking photographs of family members. In particular I enjoyed capturing images of my sister’s children. Landscape and artistic photography was less of an interest to me. Although I did love capturing things like great sunsets with red skies and beautiful scenery it was mainly people… Read more

  • Dealing with health problems

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    Our immediate response We are all different. Not only in respect to our appearance but also in the way we think. Our thoughts and attitudes to life change as we grow older and we all become older with each passing day. This brings with it inevitable changes to our health and well being. How we… Read more

  • Hearing and connecting with God

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    Our centre of focus Life is hectic and the demands of our human existence pulls on us for attention. We are more often than not focussed on things that we need as individuals. That seems natural but it prevents us from connecting with our spiritual side. There’s no problem with ensuring that we have all… Read more

  • Gaining wealth and power

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    Being successful You are a powerful and successful person. Someone who exudes a level of confidence that brings respect. Your status and performance has brought you financial rewards that allow you to have a satisfying lifestyle. That sounds great and if it’s you I have no doubt you will be feeling proud. We all need… Read more

  • Christian Values

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    In the last post I commented on the differences between dictatorships and democracies. I noted that dictators were non-Christian in their behaviour whereas democracies were more Christian in their approach. I suggested that you consider which way you lean.  The following table may help you in that process of self-reflection. In viewing this table please… Read more

  • Our awareness

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    What things do we notice We all seek out what we find of interest or of value. I am not referring to value in the context of how much it costs. I mean value in the context of things that match our wishes or perception.  By seeking out things that validate our views we confirm,… Read more

  • Being honest and open-minded

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    Isn’t it difficult to be open-minded when we know we are right and others are wrong. I think we are all guilty of being that way but let’s develop that thought a little further. In my first post I ended with a comment that it was enough at that stage to accept that good and… Read more