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Pursuing Truth in an Age of Deceit

Mar 25, 2019Maura SweeneyArticles, Framed Quotes, PodcastCatholic Church and Dead Sea Scrolls, Dick Chaney and military question, George Orwell's 1984 quote about Truth, Podcasts on cognitive dissonance and politics, truth

Pursuing truth in a world full of deceit can be a daunting task that brings disappointments. But doing so can ultimately carry us out of darkness and into the light. In this post, I share personal stories about pursuing truth and offer my latest podcast, too.

Suffering from Cognitive Dissonance?

Mar 5, 2019Maura SweeneyArticles, Podcastcognitive dissonance, how can I know truth, how do I face my pain in life

We’ve all experienced suffering when we realize that our behaviors are at odds with our inner “knowing” or truth. In this latest blog and podcast, I talk about getting past the common pain and moving forward into harmony, happiness and personal gain.

Have You Been Framed?

Feb 7, 2019Maura Sweeney2 CommentsArticles, Podcastbelief systems, consciousness, critical thinking, intuition, mind control, self leadership

We’re familiar with this old adage from watching vintage episodes of Perry Mason or binge watching Law and Order on TV. However, not many of us have wondered whether we’ve been framed in the court of life. Read up on this topic and listen in to two recent podcasts.

Creating Cheer at Christmas

Dec 24, 2018Maura SweeneyArticles, PodcastCheer, Christmas, Happiness, Holidays, Love your life, Norman Vincent Peale quote

We can create our own cheer over the holidays and share it every day of the year. Check out some of my favorite holiday memories and listen in to my latest podcast entitled Creating Cheer.

The Wisdom of Hardships

Dec 10, 2018Maura SweeneyArticles, Framed QuotesDestiny?;, Happiness, Hardship, life lessons, peace, Self Growth

The next time hardship knocks at your door, think twice before running for cover. Consider it instead as your catalyst to step up, speak up and grow up into your destiny.

The Flip Side of Giving Thanks

Nov 20, 2018Maura Sweeney1 CommentArticlesAuthor Maura Sweeney, Childhood sexual abuse, How to find happiness in life, Thanksgiving Inspiration, The Art of Happiness books, Thyroid Disease story

If your year hasn’t delivered traditional reasons for giving thanks, read ahead. Some personal reflections of mine may help you discover ways to say “Thanks!” in your life, too.

Who Will You Be?

Oct 31, 2018Maura SweeneyArticles, Podcastcareers and choices, finding values in life, Growing the Soul, human and social development, human trafficking

We’re brought up to fit into outwardly designed occupations, but what about the person we actually wish to become? In this latest blog and podcast, I take up the topic of being ourselves –and doing what we are — from the inside out.

The Scroll of Life

Oct 19, 2018Maura SweeneyArticles, VideosBringing life from the inside to the out, Finding your inner glory, What to do when trouble arises in life, Your Soul

I used Frederick Douglass’ life and wisdom to bring focus to my latest video entitled The Scroll of Life. Discover the life and wisdom within your own life scroll, too.

Creating Inspiration for Ourselves

Oct 12, 2018Maura SweeneyArticles, PodcastInspiration, Maura Sweeney podcasts, peace, quote from James Dean on finding one's destination in life, self leadership

We can absorb negativity around us or discover how to uplift and inspire ourselves. If you’ve felt daunted by polarizing people, toxic chants or negative news, read this short blog and listen to my podcast entitled Creating Inspiration for Ourselves.

Sex, Guilt and Our Universal Need for Due Process

Oct 2, 2018Maura Sweeney10 CommentsAudiosBrett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford in high school sex scandal, finding our own peace, gossip in high school, growing in wisdom, peer pressure, Scandalous Experiences, Sex and Due Process

Whether in the court room or the court of public opinion, there’s a universal need for due process. As news circulates about Christine Blasey Ford’s accusations of sexual assault during high school against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, I was reminded of my own high school story when I was in need of due process. One day, we might all be in need of it.