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Your soul story is the core of who you are, and you may not even be aware of it. Oh, but I promise you it's there. Operating under the surface in your subconscious. Acting as your personal GPS guidance system and helping guide you on your journey through life.

Writing Wisdom: Write Without Judgement

Mary E Knippel

Published on: 02/28/2025

Writing can be intimidating and that’s why so many budding writers stop themselves before they get started because they judge themselves lacking. I get it. Putting your writing out there pushes our vulnerability button. A way to address this dilemma is to Write Without Judgement. Writing without judgment is one of the most freeing things a writer can do. When we let go of the need to be perfect, we open ourselves up to creativity, discovery, and growth. Too often, writers hesitate, second-guess, or edit themselves before a single sentence is complete. This self-criticism stifles the creative process and makes writing feel more like a chore than a joy.

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My Black History Connection

Mary E Knippel

Published on: 02/21/2025

In honor of Black History Month, I’d like to share the story of my history with a woman who cast a giant shadow, but barely stood less than five feet tall. I proudly called her my teacher as well as my friend. She was also the reason this Minnesota born Scandinavian had the privilege to give testimony at a Baptist gathering. And the first woman of color who had such a significant influence on me.

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Writing Wisdom - Write with Faith

Mary E Knippel

Published on: 11/12/2024

Faith in the invisible. Faith in the improbable. Faith in the intangible. When you write, you are planting seeds the way a gardener gently places seeds in the earth. Your words are planting ideas to nurture the hope of others.

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Breast Cancer's just a part of my Transformational Soul Story

Mary E Knippel

Published on: 10/21/2024

Having breast cancer three times is just a part of of my Transformational Soul Story. Yes, breast cancer propeled me into being who I am today. Writing was and is a as part of my healing protocol.

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