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A Happier World Starts with a Happier You

Two parts manifesto, one part invitation. This is the inaugural post for Hug the Universe.
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Recovering from Christianity

A Hug the Universe series to discuss some problematic things about the Christian Bible

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Using What’s True to Be Nicer to You
Using What’s True to Be Nicer to You

Our minds tend to fill dead air with unhelpful things, so what might we do to keep that voice quiet?

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The Hidden Gift in Meaninglessness
The Hidden Gift in Meaninglessness

Even puppies and baby buffalos have a lot of questions about the universe we’re a part of.

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Personal Stories:

Dreams & Determination

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Jehovah’s Witnesses: A Cult of Isolation and Fear
Jehovah’s Witnesses: A Cult of Isolation and Fear

A story about the destructive power of false beliefs and becoming free of their influence.

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The Darkness in My Father Did Not Become a Part of Me
The Darkness in My Father Did Not Become a Part of Me

A story about choosing your life instead of merely inheriting one.

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I Love You, but I Can’t Be Your “Little Hero”
I Love You, but I Can’t Be Your “Little Hero”

A story about my mom, mental illness, and the impossibility of making choices for someone else.

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Chronic Illness and Creating Meaning out of Darkness
Chronic Illness and Creating Meaning out of Darkness

A story about the death of who I thought I was and the birth of who I want to be.

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Consciousness Research Series:

The Work of David R. Hawkins

Power vs. Force by David R. Hawkins: Part 1

This is a 4-part introduction to the incredible body of work that gave birth to energetic research and a new understanding of consciousness and objective reality. Read more…

Some of the friends I’ve made recently! :D . . . . . . . #hiddenfriends #friendsareeverywhere #kidsstagram #invisiblethings #socialemotionallearning
I shut up long enough to listen. 🙂 . . . . . . . . . #dramaticconclusion #whatatwist #listentoyourheart #overcomingobstacles #overcomefear #trusttheprocess #trustyourself #receiving #positiveselftalk #affirmation #beconfident
You ever wish life would just chill out and stop being all of the things all of the time? . . . . . . . . . #existentialcrisis #itsgonnabeok #lifelessons #acceptance #makespace
Happy cup. 🙂 . #putafaceonit #makefriends #happycup
Quora Qs
Why does God rely on us?
Is it possible to change, or do people all stay the same?
What’s the best way to stay together for the kids?
Why do people fail?
Does power always attract the worst and corrupt the best?
What should I do if I meet someone who says they’re god?

Comics & Cuteness:

Nuggets of Delight

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Fly in Love
Fly in Love

Sometimes love stinks.

Fowl Intentions
Fowl Intentions

Health-conscious birds are the worst.

Capt. Kirk's Donut Problem
Capt. Kirk's Donut Problem

Mr. Spock wasn't always able to keep Kirk away from the donuts.

Heart Goals
Heart Goals

May your heart be this happy. :)

Dinosaur Battle Booties
Dinosaur Battle Booties

The stuff of nightmares.

Super Billy
Super Billy

Haters gonna hate.