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Beginning Again: What Burnout and Loss Taught Me About Starting Over
I thought I was past this. I wish healing was something you completed once. But I learned the hard way, it’s never truly over. Healing is not a finish line you cross and never have to revisit again; it is an ongoing, lifelong process that you return to in different seasons of your life, sometimes…
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When You’re the Problem: On Accountability and Self-Reflection
Explore how accountability and self-reflection can lead to personal growth, stronger connections, and greater self-confidence. Uncover practical steps and methods to face your fears and transform your life. I’ll admit it proudly: I’m a Swiftie. Unless you’re living under a rock, you’ve probably heard the anthem of accountability and self-reflection: Anti-Hero. Of course, this song…
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Under the Mask: The Reality of Being ‘High-Functioning’
“High functioning” just means you’re really great at hiding when you’re struggling. Let’s talk more in-depth about what that means, how to cope, and fighting the stigma. on the surface… I had straight A’s in second grade when my dad was deported. Fourth grade, too, when he died. I graduated high school two months after…
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Self-Care is Not Selfish: The Recovering People Pleaser’s Dilemma
Finally, a real and nuanced answer to the question: is self-care selfish? This article discusses the importance of self-care as a gateway to giving, explores our responsibilities to our families and communities, and equips the reader with practical strategies for harmonizing these seemingly divergent priorities. “Yes” Woman As a recovering people pleaser, I used to…
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an introvert’s guide to escaping any social situation
Every now and then you find yourself stuck at a party with one person you know, and that person is talking to other people you don’t know, and those people don’t seem like your kind of people, and it’s just time to go. Here’s how to do that without being rude, hurting everyone’s feelings, or…
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The Burden of Compliance: How Women are Taught to Suppress Anger
In breaking free from the chains of suppressed anger, we can create a society that allows everyone, regardless of gender, to embrace their emotions fully. By fostering open and honest communication about our feelings, we can develop healthier relationships and build a more empathetic and understanding world. So let’s challenge the norms, empower ourselves, and…
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learn to say “no”
I’ve spent a lot of my life wishing other people could read my mind. If they really knew me, they would know what I want. Right?