Tag: mental-health
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The Weight of Yes: How People-Pleasing Slowly Disconnects You From Yourself
I grew up as an adopted daughter in a strict, religious household where obedience wasn’t just expected—it was survival. Being a girl in that environment meant my worth often felt measured by how well I could anticipate what others needed before they even asked – how quietly, quickly, and completely I could adapt. I became…
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My First Cord Cutting Ceremony Experience
I’ve spent the last couple months on my own self healing…. purely guided by spirit. Now I think I’ve learned enough thru my own experience, trying to self heal, and thru research that I am ready to ceremoniously succeed with cord cutting. Dear Reader, keep in mind that I am doing this in real time…
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Adopting Discomfort: How Confronting Challenges Leads to Personal Growth and Releases Anxiety
After reading Mel Robbins’ latest book, “The Let Them Theory,” I’ve decided to challenge myself daily by doing something that makes me uncomfortable. In the chapter “How to Create the Best Friendships of Your Life,” Mel discusses the habit of “going first” and introducing yourself to people you recognize but have never met (weak ties).…
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Using the Law of Attraction: Can “Faking It till You Make It” Really Manifest Your Desires?
Have we all heard the saying, “Fake it till you make it”? Initially, I thought I understood this phrase to mean I should pretend to do the things I aspire to. While this can be a useful approach, it’s challenging to incorporate into daily life consistently. How can I pretend to live a luxurious life…
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