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Finding Yourself Again After Depression
For me, depression has always been like that nosy neighbor next door who comes over unannounced. I’ve been plagued by it my whole life. It’s like a heavy cloud that follows me around,…
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Admiring Patience and Kindness in Others
Something that sparks my admiration is watching people choose kindness over anger or frustration. Sometimes it honestly boggles my mind how people can be so generous and sympathetic in situations that I feel…
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The Impact of Constant Apologies on Self-Worth
I’m constantly apologizing for taking up space. I can’t even begin to tell you just how many times a day I say the words, “I’m sorry.” It’s like a reflex I can’t switch…
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Affirmations for Self-Kindness During Tough Times
Some days, our thoughts feel heavier than others. We tend to doubt ourselves, question our pace, and wonder if we’re doing enough. On those days, the hard ones, the quiet ones, the ones where we’re…
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Exploring Life Without Sleep
There are some days where I wish time stood still, just so I could have extra time for the things I love to do but never get a chance to. I crave having…
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Embrace Mindfulness: The Power of Slowing Down
I used to believe that juggling a lot of projects at once made me productive — that jumping between tabs, chores, conversations, and thoughts somehow meant I was keeping up with life. Truthfully though,…
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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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5 Things to Stop Saying Yes To for Self-Care
For a long time, the word “yes” rolled off my tongue far too easily. It wasn’t because I wanted to do every single thing people asked of me, it was because I was too…
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Mindfulness Isn’t Always Peaceful
When I used to think of mindfulness I envisioned images of quiet meditation. You know, the candles, the soft cushions, the diffuser puffing scented air. But for me, it rarely looks like that. Sometimes, being…
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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…
