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What remains unchanged about you since you were a child?
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What remains unchanged about you since you were a child?
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What is the most memorable thing that your mother or a maternal figure did that had a positive impact on your childhood?
April 25's question:
4
What life change has been the toughest to adjust to?
September 24's question:
22
Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give to your 16-year-old self?
July 24's question:
110
Are you where you wanted to be at this stage in your life? Why or why not?
June 24's question:
9
What has been your biggest victory in the past year?
May 24's question:
6
What is your happiest memory of your mother or a maternal figure?
February 24's question:
17
When it comes to work, what is your negative self-talk?
January 24's question:
November 23's question:
9
What is one event in your life that you wish you could change, and how would you change it?
October 23's question:
24
When you think of the word ‘rejection’, what memory comes to mind?
September 23's question:
17
What is the most intense pain you’ve experienced that wasn’t physical?
August 23's question:
18
When you think of the word ‘disappointment’, what memory comes to mind?
May 23's question:
6
What is the biggest challenge you’ve faced in the past year?
May 23's question:
23
When was the last time you felt lonely, and what made you feel that way?
April 23's question:
9
Is there a family tradition from your childhood that you have instilled, or would like to one day instil, in your own family?
March 23's question:
17
Who was your most influential teacher in school? What impact did they have on your life?
February 23's question:
15
What is the kindest thing someone has done for you in the past year?
January 23's question:
29
What has been your biggest victory in the past year?
December 22's question:
37
When was the last time you felt brave? What were you doing that made you feel that way?
Anonymous
I’m still curious
Anonymous
My Love for God , its so strange because now that I am 68, I feel closer to understanding more than ever what he wants us to do and that how we treat each other no matter how small – a smile, a lift, a kind word, life is all about the hand we hold out for each other – whether it is just holding that hand for comfort, or just to reach out, or to give, its all about the hand. I do not go to church every week, I do not push faith onto to anyone else, because at the end of the day, no matter your religion, be it Judaism, Muslim, Hindu, Christian and any form of religion – there is only one God for us all. Its like travelling t Cape Town – you can take any route from Joburg – but you still end up at Cape Town. You can take any road on life, at the end its the same God for ALL of us. So that’s what I have from a child to now – never changing just growing that love he gave me at birth for him and for humanity.
Anonymous
The thing that is unchanged about me is my attention to detail. It’s always been about the little, tiny things for me, the details. And especially about the beautiful things, mostly nature. Just seeing a little leaf or flower, pushing up between two bricks on the side of a wall, sends a thrill right through me. Or finding a pretty shell on the sand. Or seeing a sweet little bird, for a fleeting moment. It’s the small things every day which bring me joy.
Anonymous
My ability to see all potential problems and find a solution before the problem arises.
Anonymous
It is my ability in being unwavering in my kindness and the pursuit of it.
Anonymous
My love for my dad.
He is the best person, he is the defending on of Godly masculinity. A strong protector and provider but is incredibly humbled and gentle. He raised me (a daughter) with encouragement that I can do anything, pushing me to do my best. It was always around to talk and give advice even with a busy work schedule.
Now 25 and married he is still the most supportive father and has now taken my husband (who grew up without a dad) under his wing and treats him like his own son. He has been the most consistent thing in my life. And I am who I am because of him.