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Karma: Coincidence, Consequence, or Something More?
Do you believe in karma? View all responses By Michelle Allen Do you believe in karma? It’s one of those questions that can spark all kinds of conversations. Some people firmly believe that what goes around comes around, while others see life as a series of random events. As for me, I’m somewhere in the… Continue reading
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How Do You Write What People Actually Want to Read
How do you write what people actually want to read? View all responses By Michelle Allen If I’m being honest, I ask myself this question all the time. What do people actually want to read? What would make someone stop scrolling, click a link, or even buy a book? The truth is, I don’t really… Continue reading
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💜 From Planner to Adventurer: The Most Spontaneous Thing I’ve Ever Done
By Michelle Allen If you know me well, you know that I am not the most spontaneous person. I’ve always been someone who likes a plan. I like to know where I’m going, what I’m doing, and what to expect when I get there. Spreadsheets, lists, calendars, and carefully thought-out decisions are much more my… Continue reading
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☕ You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup: How Do You Make Time for Self-Care? 💜
By Michelle Allen Self-care is one of those things we all know is important, but somehow it often ends up at the bottom of our to-do list. Between work, family responsibilities, household tasks, and everything else life throws our way, it’s easy to put ourselves last. I’ve learned that self-care doesn’t always have to mean… Continue reading
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What’s a Place You Visited That Felt Like Home?
By Michelle Allen When I think about a place that feels like home, my mind immediately goes to Oklahoma City. Over the years, I’ve spent a lot of time there visiting Dan, sometimes staying for as long as six months at a time. What started as a place to visit gradually became a place where… Continue reading
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What’s One Thing You Wish You Had Started Doing Earlier in Life?
By Michelle Allen If there’s one thing I wish I had started doing earlier in life, it’s believing in myself. That might sound simple, but self-confidence has a way of influencing almost every part of our lives. When we doubt ourselves, we hesitate to pursue opportunities, speak up, take risks, or chase goals that seem… Continue reading
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If I Had to Switch Lives with a Fictional Character for a Week…
By Michelle Allen If I could trade places with any fictional character for a week, I would choose Galadriel from The Lord of the Rings. At first, it might seem like an unusual choice. There are plenty of characters who embark on thrilling adventures, wield incredible powers, or travel to magical places. Yet Galadriel offers… Continue reading
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Have You Ever Liked a Villain More Than the Hero?
By Michelle Allen It’s a strange feeling when you realize you’re rooting for the wrong person. Stories usually give us a hero to admire and a villain to oppose. The hero represents the ideals we’re meant to embrace, while the villain stands in the way. Yet sometimes the villain becomes the most interesting character in… Continue reading
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What’s the longest book you’ve ever read?
By Michelle Allen Some books are more than just a story. They’re a commitment. When I think back on the longest books I’ve read, Stephen King’s The Tommyknockers immediately comes to mind. At the time, it felt like a massive undertaking, but once I was pulled into the story, I couldn’t put it down. Then… Continue reading
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What’s the Best Advice You’d Give to Someone Younger Than You?
By Michelle Allen If someone younger than me asked for one piece of advice, I’d tell them this: Don’t be in such a hurry to have your life figured out. It’s easy to believe everyone else knows exactly where they’re going while you’re trying to find your path. Social media makes it look like people… Continue reading
