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I Thought I Was Too Sensitive—Turns Out, I Was Just Misunderstood
The author shares their journey of recognizing their neurodivergence after feeling overly sensitive and misunderstood throughout life. They describe how this sensitivity allows for deeper experiences of the world, appreciating sensory joys that…
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Find Your Unique Life Tagline
There’s something beautiful about the idea that we all carry an essence. Something that can’t be summed up in a job title or a social media bio. It’s the feeling we leave behind when we…
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I’m Learning to Love the Parts of Me That Don’t Shine
For a long time, I thought I had to be prim and proper to be admired. To be well-spoken and always composed. I believed that if I could just glow enough, if I could smile…
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Dear Me: A Love Letter to the Days I Feel Like a Burden
To the version of me who feels like too much, I know you feel heavy today. Like your presence takes up too much space and you’re not sure that you deserve it. You replay every…
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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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Where Have I Been Shrinking Myself?
The author reflects on their tendency to shrink themselves throughout life to feel safe and loved, often by becoming overly agreeable and accommodating. They share the exhaustion and loneliness that come from this…
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Fear Still Lives Here—But So Do I
I used to believe that to overcome fear meant to banish it entirely. To shut the door on it, toss the key, and walk away victorious, fearless, and confident. But I’ve learned something different. …
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Gentle Mondays: Slowing Down in a Fast-Paced World
I used to believe that Mondays had to be bold. I thought I had to show up smiling, motivated, and ready to take on the world. But now I know better. Some Mondays, just getting…
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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…
