Tag: self-esteem
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I’m Worried I Might Be Raising a Modern-Day Josie Grossie
Get Pregnant Fast When I think of the name “Josie Grossie,” a character portrayed by Drew Barrymore in the film Never Been Kissed immediately comes to mind. In her high school days, Josie was the epitome of awkwardness—struggling with greasy hair, braces that slightly altered her speech, questionable fashion choices, and a heart full of…
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Teach Your Children to Recognize the Signs of Emotionally Abusive Relationships
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a common misconception that abuse only means physical violence. Many individuals, especially women, have uttered the phrase, “At least he doesn’t hit me,” which reflects a narrow understanding of abuse. However, emotional abuse can be just as harmful, and it often goes unnoticed. Not all abusers are men, and not all…
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5 Essential Lessons Every Father Should Impart to His Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast As fathers, we often shape how our daughters perceive their world and their interactions with men. It’s crucial to instill certain values and lessons that will guide them throughout life. I’m the proud dad of a spirited 3-year-old, and I often reflect on the lessons I want to impart as she grows.…
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Embracing Self-Love Amid Chronic Insecurity
Get Pregnant Fast I vividly remember my first session with Dr. Carter, my therapist. She challenged me to create a list of positive attributes and things I appreciated about myself. Can you believe I could only come up with five? Just five. It felt utterly disheartening. I struggled to find much to admire about myself,…
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The Other F Word: Navigating Body Image in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast “It’s probably a good idea to let Liam have some space for now,” I overhear my son Noah saying to his father from the next room. “He’s in a really bad mood. I poked him just a little and he picked me up and tossed me.” While not encouraged, these displays of…
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When Dress Codes Go Too Far: A Discussion on Personal Expression
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to school dress codes, there’s a fine line between maintaining decorum and stifling personal expression. Take the recent story of 17-year-old Leah, who faced suspension from her school in the UK for her vibrant red hair. “I was furious at first, then I just broke down,” Leah recounted. For…
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A Woman’s Inspiring Instagram Post Reminds Us That the Scale Doesn’t Define Us
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to monitoring our health, many of us often turn to the scale as our ultimate judge of fitness. However, one woman’s empowering Instagram post is making waves, reminding us that the number on the scale is far less significant than how we feel in our own bodies. Fitness influencer…
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Women Are Beautiful Individuals, Not Objects
Get Pregnant Fast It’s undeniably flattering to receive attention from men and even from other women. To some degree, all women desire to feel wanted. We want to be acknowledged. We long to be seen. We want to feel beautiful. So, when a man recognizes our beauty, it can feel nice. Sometimes. Throughout my life,…
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My Daughter Is Beautiful, No Exceptions
Get Pregnant Fast I might be a bit biased, but I truly believe my daughter is stunning. She has these striking blue eyes framed by long lashes, a radiant smile, and light brown hair that gleams like gold in the sunlight. Compliments about her beauty come from friends, family, and even strangers, and I cherish…