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Swamplands of the Soul by James Hollis — WisdomDeck honest review
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Swamplands of the Soul

by James Hollis

Hollis on guilt, grief, loss, betrayal, doubt, depression and the other swamplands as places where meaning is made. Serious and consoling.

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Three things you will actually use

  1. Swamplands are part of the journey.
  2. Meaning is found there.
  3. Do not flee prematurely.

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Read the chapter that names your swamp.

Our verdict

Meaning in hard places.

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