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Listening to the Whisper Before the Scream
The moment I realize it’s time to unplug is when everything becomes intensified. The light, the sounds, the fast pace of the world, it all becomes to overwhelming. I experience emotional dysregulation. I’ll start crying, screaming,…
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Nourishment in the Hard Moments
There are times when I don’t have the energy to think, let alone cook. When depression hits, it hits hard. The smallest tasks feel like mountains to climb. The days blur together. I feel sluggish, unmotivated, and…
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Navigating the Depths of Depression
When Depression Hits, It Hits Hard When you’re suffering from depression, it doesn’t just gently tap you on the shoulder or ask for your attention. It just shows up, and crashes into you like…
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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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The Myth of “Having It All”
In my opinion, “having it all” is a myth. Society tells us that achieving the so-called American dream will lead to lasting happiness and fulfillment. But the fact is, that none of those things—success, financial security, marriage,…
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Slow Saturdays: The Art of Doing Less (and Feeling More)
There is something sacred about Saturdays. It’s typically a day when we get out of the house and get things done. Usually it’s stacked high with errands, checking off to do lists, and…
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How Cooking Pasta Helps Manage Depression
When you’re suffering from depression, even the simplest tasks can feel monumental. There are days where it gets so bad that I can hardly get out of bed. I recall times of feeling dark, heavy,…
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Why Your Keepsakes Matter: Embracing Sentimentality
I don’t have the kind of collection most people would consider worthy of sharing. It’s not the kind that sits behind glass or sparkles on the shelf. Though those are lovely and enticing, for me,…
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Creating Meaningful Connections: Your Lasting Legacy
The word legacy sounds a little heavy to me. It’s a word to me that suggests grand achievements. It implies something monumental. It means leaving your name behind in a way that is well-known…
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Sensory Joy: 10 Little Things That Calm My Neurodivergent Brain
As someone who experiences the world a little differently, I’ve learned that my senses can be both overwhelming and self-soothing. It’s taken me a while, but I’ve come to embrace the small sensory moments…
