The simplest advice for stress

When you're feeling stressed, slow down, focus on what you can control and then do the thing in front of you.

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February 2021-Reading

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  Every Deadly Kiss by Seven James Overview This book is in a prequel series to Steven James’ fantastic Bowers file series. This might be my favorite of his spin offs from his main series. This series felt complete on its own, while still adding depth to his other work. The book explores Agent Patrick Bower's growth as an agent as he develops ideas on criminal intent and hunts down a bioweapon.  What We Can Learn I love how Steven James plays with big topics throughout his stories. Keep your eyes open, it’s fun. Rating Read it.   Every Wicked Man by Steven James Overview Another book in Steven James’ prequel series. This one is a little more mystery than a thriller. Because of James’ writing style, the reader is able to try to figure things out along with the agents. I really enjoyed learning more about the main character’s (Agent Patrick Bowers) story. What We Can Learn Steven James is really good at getting inside of my head. One of the characters wonders if he’s going crazy. I c
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Governing Fairly

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I recently heard a story about some Christian bakers who stood up for traditional marriage by refusing to bake a cake for a gay wedding. The gay couple sued them, won and caused the family to lose their business and to go into bankruptcy. In a similar case, Kim Davis, a county clerk, was imprisoned for not licencing gay marriages. Many applaud these Christians for standing up for their beliefs in the midst of trials. I also find their stories to be an encouragement to stand up for the truth and justice of the Bible. But many people also feel that the government should not allow these Christians to be persecuted. I disagree. Firstly, because these examples of refusal are illegal, so prosecuting them is actually the right thing to do. Also, God counts all people, including gay people, as equal. We should all desire a government that is objective and fair, not one that shows partiality. Although a Christian myself, I feel that when people make stands of this kind they are dishono
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April 2021-Reading

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  The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff Overview Ordinarily, this book wouldn’t even be on my radar, much less my reading list. But a close friend suggested I read it, so I did. I don’t even know how to classify the book. It’s kind of like self-help, but also like an essay on Taoism with some short story vibes thrown in there also. The author uses the characters from Winnie the Pooh as metaphors and examples of the different concepts of Taoism. A unique and thoughtful read. What we can Learn While I don’t follow the religion or even know much about it, I found many of the lessons timely and relevant. One example, in particular, shows the need to slow down. Piglet is running to Pooh’s birthday party with a special balloon as a present. But Piglet is in such a hurry because he doesn’t want to be late and wants to give Pooh this special present. But in his hurry, he slips and pops the balloon. Now all his hurry is for nothing, he has no gift. Many of the concepts one slowing down, kn
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