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Pascal wrote a book called “Pensées” (French for “thoughts”). Here are some of my “Pensées”

Posted on October 4, 2022 by Steve Simms

Several months ago, God spoke clearly in my heart words that I didn’t want to hear: “Try less; trust more.” I’ve always been a person of great effort and persistence, so it is difficult to lay my energy down and … Continue reading →

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Thinking with hope & inspiration makes my day

Posted on June 13, 2021 by Steve Simms

I can’t imagine living without creative thinking. Every time I start to get discouraged, fresh, innovative ideas get in my way. The best way to be happy is to think yourself into it. If you truly convince yourself that you’re … Continue reading →

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A brain outside the box can be an improvement on normal

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Steve Simms

Just because something is normal, doesn’t make it right, ethical, correct, or moral. Like blurry eyes or smudged up glasses, our perception of life is skewed. Kindness and humility help clear it up. When we overthink and under-ponder, we open … Continue reading →

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Pondering what it means to ponder . . .

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Steve Simms

Efficiency without meaning accomplishes much meaninglessness. However, for those who like mysteries, life is an ongoing one. The more I ponder it, the more I marvel that I can think and perceive at all. To analyze is to attempt to … Continue reading →

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Think outside your own box of hard knocks

Posted on April 7, 2020 by Steve Simms

Self-focus diminishes joy. Think outside your own box of hard knocks. Take time to notice, appreciate, and be inspired by the marvelous beauty in the nature outside your door. Many people have their mind full of negative, hostile, and harmful … Continue reading →

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