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Journaling nerds unite✨

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Jul 6, 2023Liked by Jen Vermet

So Jen, What do you get when you cross a Catholic with a Buddhist? You get a guy who sits up all night worrying about nothing. I too was a Julia Cameron fan a while back and did the Morning Pages and Artist Dates religiously. I used to say that I didn’t get paid to feel; and now that I’m retired, I don’t get paid and I can now express all the feelings I want. It isn’t the easiest thing to do, but I like your courage algorithm on the card. I like the entire article, in fact. You’re a real teacher and real proof of the adage, β€œout of the mouths of babes...”

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I grew up as a Catholic as well. What a small world! I feel like the constant questioning keeps me nimble rather than coasting as "one thing". I need to get back to Julia Cameron, it's been too long. The algorithm finally just clocked for me. And no it's not easy at all, but it's better IMO than having regrets from inaction or dying dreams. I am so glad you enjoyed reading. I'm not familiar with that adage, could you explain it further?

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Jul 9, 2023Liked by Jen Vermet

Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength" - From the Bible. I mean that you are wise despite the fact that you’re as young as you are and that even older guys like me can learn from you.

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