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Reader,

Today’s episode of ‘You Were Made for This is about the blessings that come from listening to another person's story.

It all started with a visit to a museum, followed by

  • Dinner in Savannah, Georgia
  • A conversation with a woman headed to Hollywood
  • Helping someone who lost critical files on his computer

Click here to hear what happened and the blessings that followed.

Until next week, I wish you all the joy that you can wish.*

John Certalic

  • The Merchant of Venice, Act III, scene 2



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