In this episode, Mariam, a writer, poet, and doctor, discusses her book 'Only If You Look in the Mirror' with the host. The conversation covers various themes, including the inspiration behind the…
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In this episode, Mariam, a writer, poet, and doctor, discusses her book 'Only If You Look in the Mirror' with the host. The conversation covers various themes, including the inspiration behind the book, the impact of the poetic tale, the importance of forgiveness and journaling, dealing with infatuation, performing a reality check, embracing God, and finding a reason to live. Mariam shares her personal experiences and insights, offering encouragement to those going through tough times. The conversation highlights the relatability and depth of the book, emphasizing the power of self-reflection and the support of friends and the Holy Spirit.
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Chapters
- Introduction
- Inspiration behind the book
- Writing the book over seven years
- The impact of the poetic tale
- Reassurance and relatability
- Chapter 1: Blooming
- Finding happiness and wholeness
- The depth of the book
- The reality of life
- Chapter 5: Forgiveness
- The gift of writing
- Writing about loss
- The importance of expressing emotions
- Chapter 7: Finding the truth
- The struggle with journaling
- Consistency in journaling
- Benefits of journaling
- Dealing with infatuation
- Chapter 10: Reality check
- Recognizing toxicity
- Performing a reality check
- Seeking guidance from friends and the Holy Spirit
- The importance of true friends
- Embracing God
- The influence of embracing God
- Finding a reason to live
- Encouragement for those going through tough times
- How to reach out to the author
- Takeaways