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Coping with Emotional Spirals: Tools for Relief
I’ve had many moments throughout my life where I spiral out of control. Instead of facing my problems head on, I tend to absorb them. I lock them away into some compartment of my mind…
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Rediscovering Creativity Through Struggles
When the Words Disappeared There was a time when an unbearable weight of depression landed on my shoulders. I’m not quite sure what triggered it, but it hit me like a ton of bricks. I…
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Why Silence Boosts My Productivity
As much as I hate to admit it, I can’t listen to anything while I’m working. When I switch my brain into work mode, I need complete silence in order to focus. Any background noise…
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Learning to Love Myself: Overcoming Inner Criticism
Some days, it feels like I’m only just beginning. After a lifetime of pretending—of masking, people-pleasing, trying to be what the world expected—I’m realizing I don’t really know myself at all. Or maybe I do,…
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The Quiet Work No One Sees
The author reflects on their journey of internal healing while balancing caregiving for a disabled parent. They confront challenges like overthinking, emotional regulation, and exhaustion. Despite the mental struggles, they find solace in…
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Millennials Remember: Pre-Internet Childhood Memories
As a millennial, I’m part of a generation that lived in both worlds—before and after the internet took over. We were the last to experience a childhood untouched by advanced technology. We were…
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Exploring Identity and Strength in Throne of Glass
Maas Train My friends recently got me into reading fantasy novels. The one recommended to me was A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR). I instantly fell in love with Sara J. Maas’…
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Losing Myself in Passion and Purpose
The author finds fulfillment in productive activities like blogging and developing a freelance business, driven by a renewed motivation for meaningful work. They focus on mental health and have a passion for writing,…
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Lessons from the Arctic Fox: Adaptability and Solitude
The author compares themselves to an Arctic fox due to its adaptability, intelligence, and resilience in challenging environments. They resonate with the fox's comfort in cold conditions, reflecting their own struggles with temperature…
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The Evolution of My Coping Mechanisms
The author reflects on evolving coping mechanisms through life, beginning with a stuffed animal named Squidy that provided comfort and sensory relief during childhood. As an adult, they now use vocalization and affirmations…
