Self Discovery
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What Your Birthday Can Teach You About Taking Control of Happiness
I’ve been spending the last few years learning how to live intentionally. Meditation, journaling, books, and talks have all helped me turn inward and focus on living a meaningful life. As a full-time…
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My Complex Relationship with Cooking: How I found the Freedom to Break Away
“Aren’t you going to serve him first?” my mother asked as I was about to take a bite of the delicious meal she had made in our house. “Huh?” I said, confused. “Aren’t…
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The One Habit That Turns Confusion Into Clarity
“I’ve been journaling since I was 13. My mom got me onto it,” said my hair stylist, Julia. “It helped me become very self-aware. I know what drains me and what makes me…
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Breaking Free for a Weekend: Recharging from Motherhood Without Guilt
Recently, I took a mini weekend vacation to a nearby coastal town less than two hours from where I live. I needed time for myself where I wasn’t involved in day-to-day responsibilities. Since…
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How Thich Nhat Hanh Changed the Way I See Mistakes to Find Peace
Shifting my perspective about my mistakes and others helped me find more peace. Check out this article to learn about Thich Nhat Hanh's wisdom.
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Experiences During A Year Without Alcohol: A Journey of Personal Growth
Each year, I take on a new challenge to test my willpower. In 2024, I gave up alcohol. I didn’t have a drink the whole year. No more mojitos or moscow mules. I…
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Reflections on My 2024 Journey: Growth, Challenges & New Beginnings
2024 was a year of growth, challenges, and insightful lessons. Join me as I reflect on navigating work and discipline, building community, and growing as a parent. Building Community I stepped out of…
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What the Movie Inside Out Teaches Us About Living a Happier Life
Have you ever judged yourself for feeling angry, jealous, or sad? Have you struggled to understand these emotions or explain them to a child? When my son told me he wanted to watch…
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Beyond the Notes: 5 Life Lessons from Learning the Violin as an Adult
When I decided to learn the violin, I didn’t expect it to transform how I approach life. But this challenging instrument has taught me more than music. It has taught me to face…
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Find Clarity & Happiness Through These Three Self-Discovery Techniques
How often do we stop from the everyday rush of life and wonder about ourselves? Do we think about what brings us joy and the values we want to live by? When we…
