Unsolicited Wisdom Workshop
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Start with the Pain
Renovated Life Series #3 Every good renovation starts with a plan. Even the dramatic HGTV-style overhauls begin with a blueprint. There’s always some kind of inspection—some moment where someone points and says, “That’s going to be a problem.” And so it is with your life. Before we can rebuild, we have to take stock of…
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Holy Discontent
Renovate Your Life Series #2 Several years ago, our family did a modest home renovation—some new flooring, a bathroom overhaul, and a little wall work. Nothing major, but enough to remind us why people say things like, “Never again.” It was a mess. And not just the kind you can sweep up. I think we…
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The Renovated Life
The Renovated Life Series #1 I’ve always loved home renovation shows. You know the ones—where someone walks into a house that looks like it hasn’t been touched since the Nixon administration and says, “I think we can work with this.” And somehow, by the end of the episode, what once had avocado green appliances and…
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The Myth of the Perfect Life
I belong to a neighborhood group on social media, and if there’s one thing that brings people together, it’s righteous indignation. The latest controversy? The construction of a new McDonald’s restaurant. The haters are in full force, passionately decrying the arrival of what they call “trash food.” But I’ll be honest — I’ll be watching…
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You’re Not Broken, You’re Just Stuck
Hey there! Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels, stuck in the same place no matter how hard you try? Trust me, I get it. It’s beyond frustrating. But here’s something I’ve learned that might help: being stuck isn’t failure—it’s feedback. It’s not proof that something’s wrong with you; it’s simply a sign that something…
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Unsolicited Wisdom: The Story Behind the Name
Several years ago, I found myself wondering how best to interact with my college-aged son. He was living on his own, making good choices, and handling life respectfully well. Occasionally, he would share a struggle or describe a situation that tempted me to provide what I’ll call unsolicited wisdom. The tension was real: Should I…
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Welcome to the Workshop
At some point, you realize you’ve picked up a few things along the way—some from experience, some from mentors, some from hard-earned mistakes, and some just from paying attention. And if you’re wired like me, you feel the need to share it, whether anyone asked or not. That’s where Unsolicited Wisdom comes in. This isn’t…
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