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Boundaries Are Self-Care: Learning to Say No Without Guilt
For the longest time, I thought saying “yes” was kindness. That being available, helpful, and agreeable made me a good person. I never wanted to be a disappointment to people. It’s naturally in my nature…
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The Quiet Work No One Sees
The author reflects on their journey of personal healing and the challenges of caregiving for a parent with a disability. They struggle with anxiety and self-doubt, often feeling overwhelmed by their responsibilities. Despite…
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Discovering Your Strengths
For the longest time, I couldn’t figure out what I was good at. I spent years feeling depressed, anxious, worthless, and weighed down by guilt. I had little to no energy to get anything done. My…
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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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Transformative Impact of Family
There have been many people who’ve left a positive mark on my life. My friends, my family, even crossing paths with kind strangers. But more recently, someone has stood out in a way that I…
