Tag: personal growth
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Why I’m Growing Fond of My Silver Strands
Get Pregnant Fast In the past year, my friend Lisa has been on a journey to embrace her natural hair color, letting go of the dyed dark locks she once sported. Watching her transition has been fascinating; her once black hair has slowly revealed a stunning crown of silvery white strands that shimmer in the…
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8 Reasons Women Thrive as They Age
Get Pregnant Fast “Women only get better with age.” I remember the moment my friend Mark casually dropped this gem while we were watching an old movie featuring a radiant actress. At the time, I was juggling three kids and feeling less than glamorous, so his statement caught me off guard. But after reflecting on…
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Demoting Myself at Work: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast The phrase “I demoted myself” was brought to my attention by a friend during a summer day at the beach while we chased after our children. We had graduated from college nearly 12 years ago and now found ourselves navigating the complexities of full-time work and motherhood. This candid admission resonated with…
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Lessons on Resilience from the Football Field: A Journey in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast This year marks the first time my two sons have taken to the football field, and what a ride it has been for our family. When the initial practice sessions began, my boys—like many of their teammates—were novices to the game. They struggled with the basic rules and even the fundamentals of…
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10 Unique Life Lessons I Want My Kids to Embrace
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Little Ones, As your dedicated mom, there’s a plethora of wisdom I yearn to share with you throughout your life. Some of it might seem like common sense—like treating others with respect, saying “please” and “thank you,” and not hitting when you’re angry. These are the fundamentals that loving parents have…
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How Growing Up with Strict Parents Gave Me a Unique Sense of Freedom
Get Pregnant Fast I consider myself somewhat of a “late bloomer.” Raised in a family with conservative values, I often felt quite out of place. I didn’t wear nail polish, play team sports, or hang out with friends on a Friday night. While most kids my age were indulging in Beanie-Weenies, binge-watching Saturday morning cartoons,…
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The Journey of Motherhood: Embracing the Changes
Get Pregnant Fast I can’t quite pinpoint the moment it happened, but one day I woke up and realized my kids had outgrown their baby and toddler stages. They no longer needed me to pour cereal or lift them from their cribs. The days of mixing pink syrup into their milk-filled sippy cups are long…
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The Brave Mama Manifesto
Get Pregnant Fast Stepping into motherhood is nothing short of a monumental adventure. It takes immense bravery to embrace the legacy of our female ancestors and bring new life into the world. This message is for all the mamas who ventured into this journey before feeling completely prepared. Because let’s face it—there’s never a perfect…
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Why I Stepped Away from Volunteering
Get Pregnant Fast When I was in fifth grade, I crossed paths with Mrs. Thompson, my mother’s spirited Southern friend who led our elementary school PTA. Watching her command attention with her gavel and navigate the room of moms with confidence, I was inspired. I wanted to emulate her. I dreamed of being a leader,…
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Weight Gain Made Me Feel Unattractive, but Not for the Reasons I Thought
Get Pregnant Fast It was one of those “off days” again. My weight hadn’t really fluctuated, but my confidence felt like it had taken a nosedive. Standing in front of the mirror, I tugged at the hem of a new shirt, and before long, negative thoughts started to creep in. Ugh. I look like a…