My mom passed away in a tragic accident when I was 20 years old. Before that, I experienced growing up in a home with an alcoholic parent and a few very difficult relationships. I haven't always been open about difficult things that have happened in my life for a myriad of reasons. Mainly because I don't want people to pity me. No. I don't need sympathy. I need to be known.
There is obviously a lot more to my story. But the most important part of the story is where my experiences led me. The most important part of the story is that when I was 12, I fell flat on my face in front of Jesus, and that he lifted me out of a pit. The most important part of the story is that my life has been transformed by God, and that I can't keep it to myself. If you are to get to know me and my purpose in this life, I want to start there.
One of my favorite social sciences researchers, Brene' Brown, often talks about one of our deepest needs in this life. The NEED to make MEANINGFUL connection with other people. She talks a lot about living wholeheartedly and now I'm writing a blog about it. Hopefully I don't get sued. Hopefully by mentioning her I don't get sued. Dr. Brown, if you're reading this, I love you and your work tremendously, and please e-mail me! Anyway! I hope you will read this blog and be encouraged to be vulnerable in this life and have the tremendous courage to experience WHOLEHEARTED LIVING. This blog will be about anything and everything related to living wholeheartedly.
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