Tag: personal growth
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Why Motherhood and Perfection Are Incompatible
Get Pregnant Fast Let me share a little secret: I used to be a perfectionist. It’s not that I believed I was perfect, but rather that I felt an overwhelming urge to excel in every facet of my life. I was a people-pleaser, constantly worried about how others perceived me. Everything had to be done…
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Confronting the Birthday Blahs: Reflections on Turning 42
Get Pregnant Fast As the eve of my 42nd birthday approaches, I find myself grappling with the all-too-familiar urge to retreat to the pantry for comfort. But this year, I’m resolved to tackle the Birthday Blahs head-on. Instead of wallowing, I’m choosing to reflect on why this milestone can be even more fulfilling than turning…
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What’s Wrong with Wanting to Look Good?
Get Pregnant Fast Not too long ago, I revealed to a close friend that I had opted for a cosmetic enhancement several years back—a personal decision I had kept close to my chest, only shared with a handful of trusted friends. Her response was rather nonchalant. “Well, you’ve always cared about your appearance,” she remarked.…
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5 Key Insights from Exploring Open Marriages
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the complexities of modern relationships can be a challenge, but reading about open marriages offers profound insights into love, fidelity, and personal choice. One such enlightening read is The Wild Oats Project, which opened my eyes to several crucial lessons. Here are five takeaways that really resonated with me. 1. Cheating…
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When It’s Time to Move On from a Friendship
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, I experienced the painful loss of a close friend—a best friend, to be exact. It wasn’t due to a tragic event; it felt more like a breakup. Yet, the emotional impact was significant, leaving me grappling with a whirlwind of anger, sadness, guilt, and bitterness. At the time,…
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In Your 30s, It Can Feel Like Divorce Is Everywhere
Get Pregnant Fast I recently found myself in a deep conversation with my colleague, Lisa, about a mutual acquaintance who is going through a divorce. Both of us are in our mid-30s, and the story she shared was pretty dramatic. This acquaintance, whom we’ll call Mark, was caught in a compromising situation, kissing another woman…
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Empty Nest: Would You Choose This Path Again?
Get Pregnant Fast Not long ago, I heard a story about a friend who, while dropping off their youngest child at college, turned to their partner and said, “…as I was saying.” This was a light-hearted remark, yet it captures a profound truth: the years spent in active parenting can feel like a lengthy, joyful…
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Embracing Letting Go: The Toughest Yet Most Rewarding Journey in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast As I watched my youngest child drive off to college, his car brimming with belongings, an overwhelming sense of sadness enveloped me. I felt hollow, exposed, and utterly lost. It was a raw moment that left me questioning everything. A friend, trying to lighten the mood, remarked, “Well, I guess you’re no…
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My Evolving Connection with My Mother as a New Parent
Get Pregnant Fast There’s a quarter-century between my mother and me, yet I am undeniably her daughter. This is a truth I hold with unwavering certainty. Our relationship is intricate and layered, much like the many facets of life itself. As with any mother-daughter bond, our connection is shaped by a tapestry of shared memories,…
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Navigating the Landscape of Parenting Regrets
Get Pregnant Fast As the final college acceptance letters begin to arrive, I find myself grappling with a mix of emotions. While I thought I would be fully prepared for my daughter’s departure, I’m caught in this strange limbo that feels more like an ending than a beginning. Each letter she opens sounds like the…