Tag: personal growth
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Embracing Individuality: A Letter to Myself
Get Pregnant Fast “Lucas! Can you please come out of the closet?” I called out to my son, genuinely wanting him to stop hiding in there. “Alright, Mom! Here I am! How did you find me?” he exclaimed, bursting out of the closet and launching his tiny, 3-year-old frame into my arms. Lucas is truly…
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Could Living Separately from Your Partner Lead to Greater Happiness?
Get Pregnant Fast Last night, my partner left for a three-day business trip. I must admit, while I despise his absence because I miss him, there’s a part of me that relishes the time apart. After all, it means fewer chores, no grocery runs, and the TV is all mine! Finally, I can binge-watch my…
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Stop Being Awkward: Start Communicating Effectively
Recognize Individual Contributions in Your Relationships One of my favorite parenting guides, which is just as applicable to adults, is the insightful work by Faber and Mazlish titled How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk. They also authored Siblings Without Rivalry, which I highly recommend. A standout section discusses…
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My Body Is Not Open to Commentary, Alright?
Get Pregnant Fast I stood there, hands full of plastic bags packed with sandwiches, apple slices, and bottles of milk, trying to juggle everything while fumbling with the zipper of my bag to retrieve my wallet. My little daughter danced around me, grabbing the flowing fabric of my dress with every twirl. Meanwhile, my husband…
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The Toughest Challenge of Motherhood: Embracing Help
Get Pregnant Fast Before I became a mother, I thought I had a solid grasp on what the most challenging aspects of motherhood would be: sleepless nights, the chaotic toddler phase, teenage drama, losing my sense of self, and the relentless exhaustion — just to name a few. With four sons in tow, I was…
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10 Eye-Opening Truths About Motherhood I’ve Learned
Get Pregnant Fast Before becoming a mother, I was convinced I had it all figured out. I was that confident friend, sure that I knew the ins and outs of parenting. Spoiler alert: I was wrong. As I navigate through the unpredictable journey of motherhood, I’m continuously learning. Here are ten truths I’ve come to…
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A Disastrous Vacation Revealed the Truth About My Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast In a setting designed for relaxation and joy, I found myself unable to tolerate my husband’s presence. As we boarded the plane, I instinctively began my ritual of praying for a safe journey. Glancing a few rows ahead, I saw my husband immersed in his noise-canceling headphones, straining to observe his surroundings.…
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There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Lucky’ Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast From the very beginning, my partner and I envisioned a life filled with children. It was a given; a resounding “yes” whenever someone asked about our future family. Having kids was one of the cornerstones of our marriage—our shared dreams of parenting, discipline, and values were the glue that bound us together.…
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To My Friend Navigating a Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast When you walked into that bustling café, shaking off your coat and searching for me among the crowd, I could see the weight on your shoulders. The moment our eyes locked, your smile faltered just a fraction, but I noticed. You slid into the booth, gratefully accepting the coffee I had ordered,…