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Out of Solitude by Henri J.M. Nouwen — WisdomDeck honest review
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Out of Solitude

by Henri J.M. Nouwen

Three meditations on solitude, care and expectation, drawn from Jesus's habit of withdrawing to pray. Tiny and often given as a gift.

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  1. Act from solitude, not for approval.
  2. Care means being present.
  3. Expectation is hope.

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