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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

As usual, please don't hesitate to share your honest feedback.

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Hina Gondal's avatar

Very well written..appreciated!

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

Thank you so much for taking the time to read it!

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Felix Fischer's avatar

Quite a 'messy' post Mahmoud 😅. And interesting writing style to throw us into each chapter with barely any context.

Really liked #3. The endless fighting without any reason. But as soon as we question it ego steps in and says "No you are right and they are wrong! Keep insisting on your opinion!" So exhausting.

Cheers for sharing all your thoughts here!

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

I'm so glad you liked it, Felix. And thank you so much for reading!

I think I need to make it more organised 😂

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Felix Fischer's avatar

I think it works for this kind of post. Some thoughts can't be organized. And it lets the reader reflect on what you say. Definitely a cool format to continue!

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

Thank you so much, Felix. This means a lot.

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Octarine's avatar

This was so entertaining but also makes you think. Especially the chapter #3. So familiar. I too have this split inside. I want to tell everybody to stick to their own guts and have their own perspectives but I always want to convince them that what I believe is true. Why can't we co-exist while disagreeing? But maybe we can! Thank you for this 💜

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

Thank you so much! This truly means a lot to me! I'm so glad you liked it.

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Lisa Marie Lawler's avatar

The 'why can't I fit in?' meme - that's me 😂

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

Me too 😂😂😂😂 I'm glad you liked it!

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fida's avatar

"But maybe that's what's life is about...choosing the hard that makes sense, the one that builds you, not the one that tears you to pieces...

And once you do...remember, you have to make that choice again every single time. "

Lovee this so insightful and thought provoking! 🩷

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

I'm so happy you liked it! Thank you so much for reading. 🙌🙌🙌

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Lex Luther's avatar

Unlike Daniel Powter, I am no longer having a bad day thanks to this post. I related to a lot of this! You're an awesome writer, Mahmoud!

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

Wow! This means so much to me!! Thank you so much for taking the time to read this!

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Better everyday's avatar

Thank you for this. When I notice there is a big difference in me wanting to wake up, I know something is missing. For example, when I’m on vacation, I get out of bed immediately, compared to working days in a not meaningful job, not at all. So yeah, there is a difference. The truth is hard, but most people are in meaningless jobs, living meaningless lives.

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

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Shelly Roberts's avatar

I have a question for you Mahmoud… what are you doing when you should be working?

I think you’re much closer to finding your purpose than you realise ✨😊

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

What is it?????

And thank you so much for reading.

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Shelly Roberts's avatar

So when you’re at your 9-5 / Mon-Fri and you take a little break from your normal work, what do you choose to do instead? That could be your passion… 😊

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

I always thought taking naps was my passion!! 😅

But seriously I get it! Thank you so much for this.

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Shalini's avatar

That was a lot of info packed into one post. It was all very good info. Maybe next time give us bite size pieces. That will make sure something stays that is learned? Am I asking for too much?

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

You're not asking for too much! 😅 It would be actually easier for me...but for a weekly newsletter I thought I should make it worth people's time.

What's your preferred length? Should I stick to only one chapter?

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Shalini's avatar

That would be fantastic. And you might even be able to roll out smaller chunks during the week. For example, I most often write one post everyday. Used to be more but smaller chunks can be easy on the readers. And more inviting to check you out more often as in everyday when boredom strikes! Just my thoughts.

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

Thank you so much for taking the time to read it and for your valuable advice!

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Shalini's avatar

Your very welcome. It’s always nice to learn or be reminded of the valuable things in life

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Shannon Bindler's avatar

Really love this series and this one was even better than last weeks. I also like the memes. Insightful, fun, and clever. Kudos!

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

I'm so honoured and so happy that you liked it!! Thank you sooooo much for reading

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Jessie Schofer's avatar

This: "But maybe that's what's life is about...choosing the hard that makes sense, the one that builds you, not the one that tears you to pieces..."

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Mahmoud Owies's avatar

I'm so glad you liked it! Thank you so much for taking the time to read it!

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