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Embracing Your Inner Witch This Halloween
Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays. There’s something so magical and mysterious about it. I love the cool crisp fall air, the glow of the pumpkins, the adorned twinkle lights, and of…
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Mindful Self-Care in Fall: Embrace the Season
Fall is a season of transition. It’s a time of year where the summer gently ends and fades beautifully into a new season. The leaves turn brown, the air turns crisp, and the coziness…
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Living Without Possessions
Losing all of my possessions is uncomfortable to imagine. Personal belongings are so special to me. They hold stories, memories and comfort. They’re the things we’ve collected over the years. They remind me of who I am,…
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Finding Pride in Hard Work and Persistence
Whenever I put my full effort into something and complete it, I feel beyond proud of myself. For me, it’s always been a struggle starting and finishing tasks. I absolutely love having an idea and…
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Finding Yourself Again Through Creative Hobbies
I’ve recently uncovered some hobbies I used to enjoy before a major depressive episode took hold. For a long time, I wasn’t interested in doing anything. I didn’t care (but deep down, I…
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Music as Therapy: Finding Comfort in Sound
Music is a vital part of life, serving as a companion through tough and joyous times. It offers an emotional escape and motivation, helping to regulate feelings for those who are neurodivergent. From…
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From Hollywood Dreams to Authentic Writing
Growing in Los Angeles, it almost feels inevitable to dream about the spotlight. Everywhere you turn, there’s a reminder of fame—the red carpets, the movie premieres, the billboards towering above Sunset Boulevard. As a kid,…
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Imagining My Ideal Cozy Rustic Home
For years, I’ve been daydreaming about what my ideal home would look like, and it always comes back to one word: coziness. I picture a large, two-story rustic Mediterranean-style home. Something warm, earthy, and…
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The September Vibe: From Summer to Fall
For me, every change of season stirs up some mixed emotions. It usually takes me a while to adapt and adjust to the shift in weather, time change, and the overall energy in the…
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Tears of Joy: What Makes Us Smile?
Tears are funny things. They can come from heartbreak, from loss, from stress—but they can also come from joy. I’ve always thought of tears as proof of just how deeply I feel. Sometimes they arrive in…