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From the Archives: Learning to Love Myself: Overcoming Inner Criticism
A year later, I’m still learning to love myself. My inner critic is still there, but I’m learning to quiet it down and meet myself with more patience, compassion, and understanding.
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Foods That Remind Me of Being a Kid
Some foods are more than just meals. They're memories. From pot roast and mashed potatoes to pizza nights after Blockbuster and my grandma's strawberry cake, these are the foods that instantly bring me…
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A Love Letter to the Early 2000s: The Little Things I Still Miss
The early 2000s were a time before constant notifications, social media pressure, and always being connected. They were filled with Blockbuster movie nights, MTV after school, AIM conversations, mall trips with friends, and…
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Tell Me Baby, What’s Your Story? A Birthday Tribute
Today would've been my dear friend Mike's 38th birthday. This is a letter to him—remembering campfires, cold beers, old songs, and the kind of friendship that leaves a lasting imprint on your heart.…
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How Life Shapes the Person We Become
We are shaped by both who we are and what we experience. Life changes us, but it also reveals parts of ourselves that were there all along.
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The Mystery of the Chair That Holds All the Clothes
I never thought a chair full of clothes would make me think so much about who I used to be and who I am now. What started as a simple pile of laundry…
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Things I Want More of in This Season of Life
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve started to realize that the life I want isn’t necessarily bigger or busier. It’s softer. Slower. More aligned with who I truly am. This season of life is…
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The Problem Was Never Learning
I've always been a lifelong learner. The problem was never learning—it was the environment. Growing up, I struggled in traditional classrooms, but when I found subjects that truly interested me, my curiosity took…
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The Simple Habit That Helps Me Feel More Like Myself
How going outside became my favorite form of self-care and helped me reconnect with myself through simple moments of sunshine and fresh air.
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The Lost Years
There are seasons of life where we feel completely lost. Looking back on my twenties, I realize those years weren’t just about struggle—they were about learning who I was, understanding myself, and slowly…
