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Finding Joy in Simple Moments
I had a beautiful day today. Not because anything extraordinary happened, but because for a little while, I wasn’t carrying the heaviness I usually expect to feel. I sat by the ocean, shared…
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When Picky Eating Is More Than Picky Eating: Understanding ARFID
I’ve always considered myself a picky eater, but my godson taught me there’s a difference between being selective with food and experiencing something deeper. Through learning about ARFID, I’ve discovered how closely food…
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More Than a Label: Celebrating the Boy I Love
On her godson's 8th birthday, the author reflects on the lessons learned from his experiences with autism. She emphasizes that autism is just one aspect of a person’s identity, advocating for understanding beyond…
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Summer Self-Care: Small Things That Help You Feel Better
I’ve stopped chasing the perfect version of myself and started focusing more on the simple moments. The moments that make me feel like me.
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What I Wish Younger Generations Knew About Life: My Advice
In this episode, I’m reflecting on what it means to be present in a world that is constantly connected. Growing up as a millennial, I remember a time before smartphones and social media…
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How Anxiety Changes the Way You See Yourself
I treated every anxious thought like it was a warning I needed to listen to. I thought my brain was protecting me. But I’ve started realizing that anxiety doesn’t always tell the truth.…
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Easy Strawberry Poppyseed Salad Recipe for Picnics & Summer Gatherings
The arrival of summer evokes nostalgic cravings for seasonal foods and cherished memories. Ordinary moments, like enjoying fresh fruits or backyard BBQs, become significant as they connect us to specific times and people.…
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When You Don’t Like Yourself: Learning to Be on Your Own Side
For most of my life, I’ve struggled with feeling comfortable in my own skin. I’ve spent years believing my insecurities were facts and questioning whether I was too much, not enough, or simply…
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One Way I’ve Grown This Year: Speaking Up for Myself
In this episode, I share my journey of growing up shy, finding confidence through understanding my neurodivergence, and speaking up for myself—even when it came with a painful loss. This is a conversation…
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From the Archives: When Passion Turns into Time Waste
I used to think I wasted too much time writing. But the more I reflect on it, the more I realize the problem was never the passion itself. Writing is my happy place.…
