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Aging as a Spiritual Practice
How can aging be a form of spiritual practice? Many people think of ‘spiritual practice’ as attending religious services once a week, a morning devotional, or a commitment…
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When Should You Call Hospice?
Are you afraid to call for hospice care when someone you love is very ill? We will all die. And if we are fortunate, we will have enough…
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Seventeen Ways to Overcome Obstacles
How do you overcome obstacles that seem to have no solutions? Some problems need "the Power of Seventeen" to help you get unstuck.
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Dekker Sleeps on the Job
Today Dekker is sleeping on the job, so I get to write about my thoughts about everything he has taught me.
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How Do You Know What You Know?
How do you know what you know? If you have never really thought about it, you may be surprised at the number of ways you have come by…
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How to Say Goodbye – For The Last time
How do you know what to say goodbye when someone is dying? It could be you... Do you know how or what to say at the end of…
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Writer’s Block: Myth or Reality
If you have ever started to write but keep getting stuck, you may have writer's block. Some call it a myth--but there is some reality to it. Tips…
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Aging and Spirituality, the Pilgrimage Within
Aging and a growing interest in spirituality seem to go hand in hand. Looking at aging as a pilgrimage, here are some questions to ask yourself.
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Dekker Writes Again
Welcome to ‘the Dog House.’ This is where Dekker, a multi-talented service dog, offers his canine wisdom to humans.Today, he is asked about the reality of dogs who…
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The Benefits of Preparing for Death—It’s not as morbid as you think
Do you find yourself avoiding any thoughts about death…your own or that of someone you love? You would be among the majority. There will even be some readers…
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Introvert or Extrovert and Spirituality
How does your personality influence your spirituality? A look at the importance of embracing yourself just the way you are, whether that is introvert, extrovert ,or ambivert.
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The Art of Journaling
Are you thinking about journaling? Or creative writing? Or letters of legacy? What are you waiting for? There are stories only you can tell. Ideas and perspectives no…
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Dekker goes to church
Woof Woof! My name is Dekker. I am a service dog, and usually, in this space, I get to answer questions from humans. I used to think that…
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How Do Animals Bring Spiritual Growth
Do you have a dog or cat? Or perhaps another critter that is part of your family? (No I am not talking about spouses!). As I sit here…
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Embracing Wrinkles as Maps of Wisdom
I wonder if wrinkles are more than just signs of aging but also maps of our spiritual pilgrimage. Every line on our faces represents a significant moment in…
