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Things That Make Me Happy
I thought that I’d have a difficult time coming up with thirty things that make me happy. Generally, I can only think of four off the top of my head. But this exercise…
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Reevaluating Our Joyful Habits
Lately, I’ve been drinking more coffee than usual. I used to only drink one cup every morning. But somehow, that single comforting cup turned into two… then three… and now, sometimes four. I just love…
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The Joy of Everyday Curiosity and Exploration
I’ve always been a curious person. I’m very intrigued by the world around me, and what to know as much as possible. I’m always wondering: How does that work?Why is it built that way?What does…
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Finding Meaning in Typical Days
For me, most days are typical. Not necessarily in a bad way. They’re just predictable and repetitive. Right now, my day’s not even over, but I know how the rest of it will go. I stick…
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This Is Me: A Reflection on Identity
If you asked me to describe myself, I think I’d start with this: I’m genuine. I’m trustworthy. I’m someone you can laugh with—someone who’ll always try to find the humor, even in the heavy stuff. I…
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Embracing Your Best: Navigating Daily Struggles
There are days when I feel like I’m on top of my game. I knock out my list of things to-do, I write, I cook, I take care of my mom and still have…
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How I Came to Love My Nickname
Hi, I’m Nikki My nickname, Nikki, has stuck with me for years now. Funny enough, I never introduced myself that way—my friends gave it to me. At first, I wasn’t too keen on it.…
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Effective Strategies for Health and Well-Being
Over the years, I’ve learned that small, sustainable actions go a long way. I’ve never really been one to follow through with a routine. It’s not because I don’t want to, it’s because I often…
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The Impact of Overthinking on Confidence
The Constant Reel in My Mind I’ve always struggled with overthinking. It’s not something I can just turn off, even when I desperately want to. My mind feels like a movie that’s stuck on…
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Embracing the Beauty of Quiet Mornings
The Mindful Magic of Mornings Mornings are the most mindful part of the day. For me, there’s something truly sacred about those early hours when the world hasn’t quite woken up yet. Everything…