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The Impact of Constant Apologies on Self-Worth
I’m constantly apologizing for taking up space. I can’t even begin to tell you just how many times a day I say the words, “I’m sorry.” It’s like a reflex I can’t switch…
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Affirmations for Self-Kindness During Tough Times
Some days, our thoughts feel heavier than others. We tend to doubt ourselves, question our pace, and wonder if we’re doing enough. On those days, the hard ones, the quiet ones, the ones where we’re…
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Understanding Internalized Ableism and Its Impact
I’ve always carried around this burden of shame. My constant struggles with trying to fit in with society made me feel weak, underappreciated, and out of place. I’m plagued by emotions that become…
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Finding Pride in Hard Work and Persistence
Whenever I put my full effort into something and complete it, I feel beyond proud of myself. For me, it’s always been a struggle starting and finishing tasks. I absolutely love having an idea and…
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Life’s Unexpected Twists: Lessons from a Late Bloomer
Growing up, I didn’t think I was that far off from societal standards in terms of achieving milestones. I mean, being a kid and all, your hopes and dreams are still intact, and you…
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Embracing Sensitivity: A Strength, Not a Flaw
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been told that I’m too sensitive. And perhaps I am. I feel things intensely—criticism lands harder than it seems it should, changes in plans can unsettle…
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My 10 Favorite Movies (That I Can Watch Anytime)
It’s really hard to narrow down my favorite movies to just ten. Honestly, I could make a list of fifty and still feel like I left something out. But for this, I decided to…
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How Gratitude Changes Your Perspective on Life
Recently, gratitude has been a positive emotion that I experience daily. It’s a feeling that has helped change the way I see the world. For me, it’s more than just being thankful. It’s about noticing the…
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5 Things to Stop Saying Yes To for Self-Care
For a long time, the word “yes” rolled off my tongue far too easily. It wasn’t because I wanted to do every single thing people asked of me, it was because I was too…
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Finding My Voice: A Blogger’s Story
When I first started this blog, I genuinely had no clue where I wanted to go with it. It’s been a desire of mine for a long time to start a blog. I…
