90+ short reflections on perspective, gratitude, faith, struggle, wonder, and the things we almost miss.
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TheWords We're Given
Reflections on Seeing Life Differently
Sometimes the most meaningful things in life arrive quietly—a single word, a chance encounter, a moment we almost overlook.
In more than 90 short reflections, Scott Wittig explores perspective, gratitude, faith, struggle, wonder, and the unexpected lessons hiding in ordinary moments.
Sometimes a single word can change the way we see everything.
The story behind the book
It started with a walk.
The reflections in The Words We're Given emerged from walks along the beach—quiet moments of prayer, observation, curiosity, and words that seemed worth following a little farther.
Read the storyA different kind of daily reading
Slow down. Notice more.
This isn't a book meant to be raced through. It's an invitation to pause long enough to notice what an ordinary word—or an ordinary moment—might be trying to show you.
Read one reflection in the morning. Keep a word with you during the day. Open the book wherever it falls. There isn't one right way to use it—only an invitation to pay attention.
More about the book →Books
Four books. One common thread.
Different subjects, different styles, but each one is an attempt to help us see ourselves, our lives, or the people around us a little differently.
Stories about life's messes—and the perspective, grace, and lessons we can carry forward from them.
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A story about worth, purpose, and what it can mean to discover why you're here.
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A practical nudge toward finding—and doing—the thing you know you should be doing.
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Meet Scott
I write about the things I notice.
For most of my adult life, I've tried to be a source of inspiration, help, and advice to others. Writing became one way to be intentional about that.
Four books later, I'm still drawn to perspective, purpose, faith, the messier parts of life, and the curious little things that make me stop and think. I love my family, a good conversation, and a four-legged golden girl named Betty who makes quiet beach walks slightly less quiet.
— Scott
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Thoughts worth following.
Hey, Come Back Here!
Sometimes the smallest moments have something to teach us—if we have our antennae up.
Read the reflection →Have a "To Be" List
What if today's list wasn't only about what you're going to do—but who you're going to be?
Read →A Note to Know-It-Alls
Your perspective matters. Someone may need to hear something precisely the way you tell it.
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