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Ways to Show Love Beyond Words
I don’t typically show love in the way most people do. Sometimes, I have a hard time using words to express how I feel toward someone. I stumble over them or hold them back, worried…
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Post-Trip Emotions: The Quiet After the Connection
The author reflects on their recent trip to Michigan, emphasizing the deep bond with a close friend who allows them to be their authentic self. Returning home evokes mixed emotions, including gratitude and…
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When the Game Hits Too Hard: How Sports Can Affect Your Mood and Mental Health
Baseball isn’t just a hobby—it’s a passion that runs deep. I’m from Los Angeles, and here, baseball is more than a sport. It’s a way of life. The infamous chant, “Let’s go Dodgers!”…
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Lessons from The Rainbow Fish: Childhood Memories
There’s nothing like an old book from childhood that stays with you, and carries you into adulthood. For me, the most memorable book wasn’t just about a shimmering fish. It was about the quiet ache…
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My Ideal Day: A Perfect Day at the Beach
If I could create my perfect day from beginning to end, it would unquestionably be spent at the beach. Preferably on the Amalfi coast in Italy. I’ve never been there before, but it…
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Untying the Past and Focusing on the Future
The author reflects on their emotional journey, grappling with grief from the losses of friends Mike and Susie. They recall treasured memories while recognizing the importance of letting go of the past. Embracing…
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Feeling Understood: My Transformative ADHD Conference Experience
The author describes their transformative experience at an ADHD conference, where initial anxiety faded as they connected with others facing similar struggles. Engaging seminars, particularly one on social anxiety, inspired a shift in…
