Tag: personal growth
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I Grew Up Without Religion—and I’m Thankful for It
Get Pregnant Fast When I reflect on my upbringing, I realize that my exposure to religion was minimal at best. My understanding of a higher power was limited to vague mentions of a “Creator” and the occasional gift of a children’s Bible, which remained untouched on the shelf. Most importantly, I was told, “As long…
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Kevin Harris: “You Are the Author of Your Own Journey”
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful message perfect for the start of a new year, actor and filmmaker Kevin Harris has shared a poignant reminder: “You are the author of your own journey.” Recently, he revisited an old note that has served as a source of motivation throughout his life. The story goes back to…
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10 Things I Wish I’d Done Before Becoming a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast A little over a year after my partner and I tied the knot, we made the decision to stop using birth control and see where life would lead us. At the ages of 24 and 25, we felt it was time to embrace parenthood and step into the next chapter of our…
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Why Losing Friends Meant Losing Myself
Get Pregnant Fast Like many, I’ve experienced my fair share of friendships fading away. Each relocation brought a wave of goodbyes, whether intentional or not. Changing schools meant leaving friends behind, drifting apart became common as our interests evolved, and conflicts sometimes created irreparable rifts. The echoes of these friendships linger in various ways, but…
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How My Parents’ Divorce Inspired Me to Be a More Committed Parent
Get Pregnant Fast It was a cozy family movie night, and we were immersed in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. We had just reached the scene where Harry discovers the Mirror of Erised, a magical artifact that reveals one’s deepest longing. In that moment, Harry sees his deceased parents standing beside him, beaming with…
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Motherhood Is Challenging, But Keep This in Mind
Get Pregnant Fast Her little face captivates me; she’s not yet 6, but only a toddler of 2. The same look of joy is present in both moments as we splash around in the bubble bath. Motherhood, without a doubt, is incredibly tough. The pressure of parental guilt is profoundly real. Balancing time with my…
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How I Cultivate a Life of Gratitude
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever taken a moment to reflect on your regrets? You know, those instances when you wish you’d spoken up or acted differently? It’s easy to get lost in the past, especially if you’ve faced challenges like I have. My childhood was a tumultuous one, marked by trauma and hardship that…
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What I Want My Daughter to Understand as She Embarks on Her College Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the bittersweet experience of watching your child grow up! From those early days of diapers to the moment they receive their diploma, parenting is a profound journey. We pour our hearts into our children, nurturing them through scraped knees, bedtime stories like Love You Forever and Oh, The Places You’ll Go!…