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Why are some people awake?
People become awake to the tyranny of the world for a variety of reasons, often rooted in their personal experiences, values, and observations. Here are some common factors: Overall, awakening to the tyranny of the world often involves a combination of personal experiences, education, critical thinking, empathy, and exposure to diverse perspectives. Read more
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The 12 indicators of spiritual wellbeing
Spiritual wellbeing can encompass various dimensions, and different sources may enumerate different indicators. However, here are twelve common indicators often associated with spiritual wellbeing: These indicators are interconnected and can vary in significance for different individuals. Spiritual wellbeing involves a holistic approach to nurturing one’s inner self and finding meaning and fulfillment in life. Read more
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Songs For Our Time
I’ve put together a playlist of songs of oppression, control, breaking free and freedom. Follow Purple Sofa on Spotify Songs include, but there are many more… A Change Is Gonna Come – Seal Afraid to Shoot Strangers – Iron Maiden A Hard Rain’s A-Gonna Fall – Bob Dylan A New England – Kirsty MacColl Against… Read more
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THE NARCISSIST – HOW IT WORKS
Specification: The Grandiose Superior NARC™ comes in all shapes and sizes and is not restricted by age, race, gender, sexual orientation, intelligence, geography or demographics. It can abuse anyone. The NARC™ is egocentric and adaptable – it can provide abuse in all environments and on all occasions – at home, at work, within the family… Read more
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Short story: THE SNAP SHOT
Tales of Misadventure 24th February 1991, South Africa The medication had made Albie dream. A white bird was caught inside his heart and was fluttering to get out. He wanted to open a little door on his body so that it could escape, but he couldn’t find the key. The panicked bird was becoming desperate,… Read more
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Short story: VANISHING POINT
Tales of Misadventure The Anegada Drop, Atlantic Ocean, 3 miles NNE of Anegada, British Virgin Islands, September 14, 2007 As he approached the yacht, Leroy Harrington felt growing unease. Even the sense of space, sapphire and horizon of this Caribbean morning failed to diminish his trepidation, because what he saw before him just wasn’t right. … Read more
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