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I may have a very unpopular opinion.A very strong, unpopular opinion. I see the signs that say “Jesus Saves.” Recently I came across a flyer inviting people to a local tent revival. It read: Preaching. Singing. Jesus Saves. And I need to tell you why that flyer broke something open in me. Let me be clear about…
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When concern causes division, it isn’t love. It’s the thing God calls detestable. We love to blame the devil. It’s easier that way. Poor guy takes the fall for a lot of things that are actually just us, being petty, being scared, being human. I want to talk about one of those things today. Gently,…
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There’s a version of someone that people write off way too fast. The one sleeping in late, bouncing between jobs, inconsistent, distracted, no direction. It’s easy to label them. Lazy. Unreliable. Not leadership material. But that’s not actually what’s going on. Most people are not broken, they’re unstructured. People don’t just rise into discipline or…
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Picture this. You wake up in your peaceful Vancouver spot, maybe near Esther Short Park or along the Columbia River waterfront. Coffee in hand, you feel the quiet calm of your neighborhood. No Oregon state income tax dipping into your paycheck. You head across the bridge to Portland or Hillsboro for that meaningful tech role,…
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By Marissa Lauren, Founder of Blueprinted As I continue to build Legacy Building & Development LLC from the ashes of division, I’ve discovered that true breakthroughs come not from solo efforts but from inviting others into the journey. Creating begets creating—it’s contagious. When you dream boldly and share that fire, you inspire your family, friends,…
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By Marissa Lauren, Founder of Blueprinted On the rugged Oregon coast, I built a coastal haven—a little hobby farm where I raised my ten children, tended animals, and grew food under the vast sky. It was my sanctuary, a place of comfort where I poured love into every detail as a pastor’s wife. But that…
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By Marissa Lauren, Founder of BlueprintedSeptember 3, 2025 For too long, I lived with an invisible wall between business and life. As a pastor’s wife and mother of ten, my days were split: family, farm, and ministry on one side; bidding on construction jobs and managing properties on the other. Business was a machine—cold, calculated,…
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The aligning stage is the final phase in a journey toward authentic growth for businesses, ensuring they stay true to their original mission. This ongoing process involves reflection, teamwork, and adjustments to maintain alignment with one’s core vision. Regular feedback and a focus on purpose prevent drift, ensuring sustained passion and resilience.
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Marissa, a mom of ten and serial entrepreneur, encourages others to discover their unique entrepreneurial inspiration. She emphasizes the importance of noticing fleeting ideas, nurturing them, and the power of active listening in business. Through her experiences, she shares practical steps to help individuals recognize and cultivate their authentic business sparks.
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The content discusses the myth of the “perfect mom” and emphasizes the negative impacts of perfectionism on mothers, including burnout and stress. It advocates for a mindset shift from perfectionism to progress, focusing on connection, growth, and self-compassion. Practical tips are provided to help mothers celebrate their efforts and reduce unrealistic expectations.
Marissa Lauren 