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Howard Thurman on the sound of the genuine within

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

“There is something in every one of you that waits and listens for the sound of the genuine in yourself. It is the only true guide you will ever have. And if you cannot hear it, you will all of … Continue reading →

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Maria Popova on Self-Comparison & Cynicism

Posted on May 22, 2016 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

https://www.brainpickings.org/2016/05/16/annenberg-commencement/ This is great. Tu Maria. Palace Gate Counselling Service, Exeter Counselling Exeter since 1994

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Reclaiming Sweet Freedom – 23 things that we need not explain justify or defend – Isabel Abbott

Posted on September 22, 2015 by Palace Gate Counselling Service

http://www.elephantjournal.com/2015/09/reclaiming-sweet-freedom-23-things-that-we-need-not-explain-justify-or-defend/ Just gorgeous. This is written from the woman’s perspective, and the writer wants to expand it to include all of us (with any tweaks required to find the right fit for you). It’s wonderful, profound, poetic and important. Thanks, … Continue reading →

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Howard Thurman on the sound of the genuine within

Maria Popova on Self-Comparison & Cynicism

Reclaiming Sweet Freedom – 23 things that we need not explain justify or defend – Isabel Abbott

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