Author Archives: Sonya Schryer Norris

Character 2: Moral Romanticism vs Moral Realism

1. Are you a moral romantic, who believes in human goodness and the ability of the individual to discern good from evil based on their internal compass, or a moral realist, who relies on an understanding of humans as fundamentally flawed with a penchant for sin? Do you have to believe in one view orContinueContinue reading “Character 2: Moral Romanticism vs Moral Realism”

Notes from January Spiritual Direction

I met via Skype with JMD earlier this month. My biggest takeaway from the hour was to plan a little less for future sessions. I spent most of the time talking from notes, and what I hope to gain from this relationship is discussion and some external ideas. JMD does need background about me, butContinueContinue reading “Notes from January Spiritual Direction”

The Road to Character by David Brooks 1: Intro and Book Club Questions

There’s a book that I was introduced to at a church book club nearly two years ago that has really stayed with me. It’s called The Road to Character by David Brooks. He’s a NY Time op-editor, PBS NewsHour Friday commentator, NPR Newshour contributor, etc. A talking head, but a seriously thoughtful talking head. ThisContinueContinue reading “The Road to Character by David Brooks 1: Intro and Book Club Questions”

Best Offer I’ve Had in Months

Ramadan begins in early May. My church buddy Marie has offered to fast with me for a week of it this year. Yay Marie! Yay Ramadan! I ordered a book about fasting. It’s one thing to fast on your own, as you were taught by a devout Muslim. It’s another to pass along the properContinueContinue reading “Best Offer I’ve Had in Months”

100 Things About Me 10 Years Later 34-72

34. My math skills have steadily declined over the past ten years. I can barely count at this point. 35. Instead of selling or giving away used books now, we just buy more book shelves. 36. I belong to two book clubs. 37. Reality TV is my guilty pleasure. And I pretty much love allContinueContinue reading “100 Things About Me 10 Years Later 34-72”