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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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A Taste of Florence: Opening an Italian Market and Café
If I were to open a shop, there’s no question what it would be. It’s a small, charming café and Italian market that brings the taste of Florence right into the heart of the…
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The Impact of Anticipation Anxiety
I don’t think I have one single moment that stands out when it comes to anticipation—because I deal with anticipation anxiety almost every day. It never fails. Even something as small as knowing…
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Discovering My Soul Flavor: The Duality of Sweet and Sour
If my soul had a flavor, it would be caramelized lemon. That perfect combination of: The kind of flavor that makes you stop for a second. It’s surprising. Maybe even a little misunderstood—but…
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Finding My Voice: A Blogger’s Story
When I first started this blog, I genuinely had no clue where I wanted to go with it. It’s been a desire of mine for a long time to start a blog. I…
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The Emotional Connection to Comfort Food
Comfort food isn’t just about taste. It’s about feeling. For me, comfort food is a moment of happiness, memories, and love all rolled into one. It’s the smell of garlic and onions sauteing over the…
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Coping with Emotional Spirals: Tools for Relief
I’ve had many moments throughout my life where I spiral out of control. Instead of facing my problems head on, I tend to absorb them. I lock them away into some compartment of my mind…
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Reevaluating Our Joyful Habits
Lately, I’ve been drinking more coffee than usual. I used to only drink one cup every morning. But somehow, that single comforting cup turned into two… then three… and now, sometimes four. I just love…
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The Joy of Everyday Curiosity and Exploration
I’ve always been a curious person. I’m very intrigued by the world around me, and what to know as much as possible. I’m always wondering: How does that work?Why is it built that way?What does…
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Rediscovering Creativity Through Struggles
When the Words Disappeared There was a time when an unbearable weight of depression landed on my shoulders. I’m not quite sure what triggered it, but it hit me like a ton of bricks. I…