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Category Archives: Thoughtful Thursday
Thoughtful Thursday: The world needs more mensches
One of the most thoughtful posts I’ve read recently was by fellow blogger, Rachel Mankowitz, called Be a Mensch. I had heard the word ‘mensch’ all my life, but clearly didn’t understand what it meant. Thanks to Rachel for providing … Continue reading
Posted in Thoughtful Thursday
Tagged fairness, good instincts, good life, impact on others, justice, kindness, mensch, philosophy, societal impacts, what's important in life
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Thoughtful Thursday: reflecting on what’s really important
My, oh, my, but it is easy to get worn down by the divisiveness and vitriol that has spread across the landscape, especially on the news and social media. That, combined with the continued COVID disruption to normal social activity, … Continue reading
Thoughtful Thursday: spreading kindness
Kindness seems to be in short supply these days in many parts of the world. We need all we can get, now more than ever in such stressful, uncertain times. Hopefully these kindness quotes will resonate with you. Pick one … Continue reading
Posted in Good for you, good for business, Thoughtful Thursday
Tagged kindness, philosophy, Thoughtful Thursday
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Thoughtful Thursday: leading a meaningful life
For most people in the northern hemisphere, Labour Day is the real mark of a new year. School begins, activities resume that have been in recess during the summer, and as summer starts to fade – and the glorious colours … Continue reading
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Tagged attitude, meaning in life, meaningful life, philosophy, Thoughtful Thursday, Viktor Frankl
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