Tag: self help
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I Put Flowers Up When Things Feel Icky Inside
I put flowers up when things feel icky inside. I sprinkle pops of color around my house that, ironically, only last a week or two. Fresh flowers are deceptive. They give the illusion of natural, lasting beauty. A hot summer wedding will have wilted flowers by the afternoon. What was once fragrant, vibrant, and tall…
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“You Can’t Have it All”
Discover how honoring your season of life as a woman can empower you to pursue your goals, find balance, and embrace your future with confidence.
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From Duct Tape to Gratitude: Learning to Be Satisfied With Less
Driving an old, beat-up Nissan taught me unexpected lessons about contentment, money, and faith. In this honest reflection, I explore how chasing upgrades—whether in cars or life—can distract us from true satisfaction, and how a shift in perspective (plus a surprise blessing) changed everything.
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Blueberry Pie
A heartfelt reflection on emotional giving, this poetic piece uses the metaphor of baking pies to explore themes of love, self-worth, and the quiet exhaustion of one-sided relationships. Perfect for readers seeking comfort, introspection, and emotional validation.
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Love, but make it biblical.
One of my favorite creators recently went through a breakup, citing disagreements over the biblical definition of love as the reason for the split. As I find myself currently falling in love with someone, it’s made me reflect on whether I truly understand what the Bible says about love—and whether the love I’m experiencing aligns…
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The Beauty of Working Backwards
One of the major accomplishments people often talk about is how fulfilling it feels to reach their goals—how “leveling up” gives us a sense of growth and purpose. Whether in our careers, homes, or relationships, we’re always encouraged to be better than we were last year… especially when it comes to material things. At 18,…
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Sober Curious: a generation obsessed with mocktails
“Turning 21 feels like a rite of passage, but as we navigate our twenties, many of us start questioning the role alcohol plays in our lives. From girls’ nights to cookouts, drinking seems like a given—but what if sobriety could lead to more meaningful experiences? This reflective piece explores the societal expectations around alcohol, the…
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10 Things people said to me that stuck (part 2)
“I can do anything with 80s techno-pop and the Lord” “Put all your eggs in one basket and watch that basket really fucking closely” “Your value doesn’t change based on someone’s inability to see your worth” “I may feel lost at sea but at least I’m not drowning” “If your dreams don’t scare you…
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Hot Mess Express
Feeling lost in your twenties? You’re not alone. As I approach 25, I’m realizing that life looks nothing like I imagined at 18. Between career uncertainty, comparison traps, and the pressure to “have it all figured out,” this decade feels like a rollercoaster. In this raw and honest post, I unpack the struggles of being…
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Dear Future Kids
Excerpt: We’ve all admired the couple who has been together since their teenage years—sharing inside jokes, reading each other’s minds, and humbly bragging about their decades of love. But for most of us, that fairy tale isn’t our story. And that’s okay. Our journey is filled with heartbreaks, solo milestones, and hard-earned lessons, making the…
Now What? 