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Henri Nouwen on our fear of inner chaos, & solitude

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

“As soon as we are alone,…inner chaos opens up in us. This chaos can be so disturbing and so confusing that we can hardly wait to get busy again. Entering a private room and shutting the door, therefore, does not … Continue reading →

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Henri Nouwen on friendship & shadow

Posted on March 4, 2016 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

“There is a twilight zone in our hearts that we ourselves cannot see. Even when we know quite a lot about ourselves – our gifts and weaknesses, our ambitions and aspirations, our motives and our drives – large parts of … Continue reading →

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Henri Nouwen on our fear of inner chaos, & solitude

Henri Nouwen on friendship & shadow

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