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“Purpose Determines Outcome”

Posted on October 3, 2015 by Kevin Carlstead

We drove by a grocery store parking lot. I caught a glimpse of a shopping cart in the middle of one of the spots. My mind immediately went to “let’s pull over and move it out of the way.” Being … Continue reading →

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Out of the Cold (Who am I?)

Posted on August 5, 2015 by Kevin Carlstead

Fitting in has never made me happy…just more confused about what it is that will make me happy. Knowing who I am right now Having a clear definition of the person I want to become when no one is around … Continue reading →

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Wow, You’ve Really Grown Up

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Kevin Carlstead

Skin? Job? Finances? External Responsibilities? Height? Do these categories discriminate child from adult? Being a child means that you have little experience thinking for yourself and that your perspective of feelings and beliefs are what shape your experience. Being an … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: emotions

“Purpose Determines Outcome”

Out of the Cold (Who am I?)

Wow, You’ve Really Grown Up

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