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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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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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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…
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Executive Dysfunction: The Truth Behind Feeling Lazy
The author reflects on their journey from labeling themselves as lazy to recognizing that they were actually burned out. They stress the distinction between laziness and burnout, emphasizing that societal pressures lead to…
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Finding Balance When You’re Always on Duty
Sometimes it’s difficult to balance work and home life. Even though I work from home, I still find myself receiving very little down time for myself. I work as my mom’s full-time caregiver,…
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Nostalgic Poached Egg Toast: Comfort in Every Bite
Food=Memories Food has a special way of unlocking memories. One bite can bring you back to moments of love, care, and calm. Nostalgic dishes don’t just feed us. It grounds us, soothes us, and reminds us…
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From Follower to Self-Leader
For the majority of my life, I’ve always been a follower. I was too fearful of being the leader and being someone that people looked to for guidance and encouragement. I never viewed…
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Comfort Food Cravings: What They Really Mean to Me
There are certain foods that have always felt like a warm hug to me. Not in the picture perfect, aesthetic sense. But in terms over over-stimulation, emotional depletion, and hanging on by a…
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What Freedom Means to Me: A Mental Health Reflection
If I shared my views on my rights, liberties, and justices right now, it wouldn’t be a friendly post. The state of our country affects this greatly. So instead, I’m going to talk about…
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Finding Direction: What Guides You in Life?
Direction in life is guided by values, passions, and meaningful moments rather than grand plans. It often emerges through connections with others who offer reflection and support. Authenticity, compassion, and curiosity are essential…