When it comes to first impressions, I’ve learned something about myself: I’m a terrible judge of character. Take, for example, a gal I met a few months ago. She talked non-stop, was loud, and basically the polar opposite of anyone I’d ever call a friend. Definitely NOT my cup of tea. Or so I thought […]

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May 18, 2025

Grace Before Judgment: The Truth About First Impressions 

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