Tag: mental health
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Coming Home to the Page
It’s been a long time since I’ve written something just for me. That realization hit harder than I expected, especially because writing has always been something I’ve loved. But when your passion becomes your profession, it’s easy to lose sight of why you fell in love with it in the first place. I’ve been writing…
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Yes, It’s Okay to Be Selfish Sometimes: Here Are 7 Ways to Focus on You
It’s good to be selfish with your time when balancing day-to-day responsibilities. Tips, like setting aside “me” time, may help you. It can be difficult to put our needs first when others rely on our support or request assistance with a task. But setting aside time to observe your thoughts and feelings, and attend to…
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The Psychology of Spontaneity: How Spontaneous Are You?
Standing next to my best friend on the Paradise Island beach in the Bahamas, I looked out at the parasailers and turned to her, “we have to do it!” At first she hesitated, but I persuaded her with the “we’re on vacation, no regrets” speech. As you’ve probably guessed, I’m the spontaneous one in the…
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Why Progress Is The Key to Happiness
While everyone defines happiness differently, it’s something we all strive for. If you’re like most people, you wait for the extraordinary moments – finding your dream job, falling head-over-heels in love, or taking a trip. Throughout life, there will always be ups and downs, but we all have the potential to feel happy every day.…
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