Blanche DurieinILLUMINATIONYes, You Can Judge Others for Their DecisionsI just read a story about the anti-social behavior of adults who forgo having children. By the tone of responders’ comments, you would have…Nov 30, 20224Nov 30, 20224
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Blanche DurieinReaders HopeDisregard Your Perfectionism and Write AnywayPerfectionism is a slow-burning disease that preys upon writers and non-writers alike, causing you to criticize yourself and the world…Nov 16, 20222Nov 16, 20222
Blanche DurieThe Smartphone as We Know It Needs To DieSix months ago, I gave up my smartphone to draw closer to the tangible things in life. I wanted to take back my time and focus on…Nov 8, 2022Nov 8, 2022
Blanche DurieinILLUMINATION’S MIRROR“Childfree by Choice” Made Me Want to Have ChildrenIt has been a few years since “Childfree by Choice” by Dr. Amy Blackstone landed in my mailbox, and during that period, my views on…Oct 31, 20221Oct 31, 20221