Dr. Howell’s Reflections
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Our Private Thoughts Part 1
August 18, 2025
Have you ever considered how much time and energy go into your private thoughts? They are ever-present. Our inner voice narrates the movie of our lives, and we listen to the soundtrack all day long.
Adaptation Part 3
June 1, 2025
The ego has a bad rap. We typically see it as something that trips us up, leads to narcissism and is hell-bent on getting its way. The ego is even known as our false self.
Seeing Things Part 7
May 8, 2025
In reflecting on the soul, I believe it sees, understands, and senses things that the ego cannot. The soul does this through the heart connection which is a spiritual ability, whereas the ego’s instinct is predominantly a survival-based ability. Though the intuitive functions of our ego are vital, we can develop an extra sensing ability by enlisting the power of the soul.
Making Peace with the Past Part 5
December 3, 2024
When Jesus said,” Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God” he blessed all peacemaking—even the peace we make within our souls. So, making peace with ourselves furthers the cause of peacemaking and, at the same time, God affirms us God’s children.
The Good Life Part 3
November 17, 2024
A popular notion in America is that the Good Life is relatively free from struggle or pain. For some reason or reasons, the person has created a life in which they have all the good things they want and need. The good life also connotes a standard of living that affords protection from harm, access to good medical care, and mobility. There is also a hidden connotation: the person who lives the good life is somehow insulated from the pain and worries of those who do not live the good life. But that is an unrealistic definition. As we reflected upon earlier in the week, no one escapes the realities of pain, hardships, and suffering.
Your Life Story Part 7
Oct. 31, 2024
We do not know what the day will bring — we only know it will come. Yes, this day will be added to the story of our lives. What will the next 24 hours add to your story? What of life's infinite experiences will make up this day?