A refuge is anything that protects, nurtures, or uplifts you. Life can be hard, and everyone has difficult, uncomfortable experiences. We all need refuges. What are your own? A pet or other people could be a refuge for you. My wife is a refuge for me, and Forrest’s friends are a refuge for him. Places can be refuges, such as a favorite coffee shop, or a church, library, or park. Certain things can feel like a refuge, such as a cup of coffee, a cozy sweater, or a good book at the end of a long day. You might also find refuge in different activities—perhaps walking the dog, playing your guitar,
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