Tag: self-discovery
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Not Even Scaling a Mountain Could Help Me Escape My Mental Health Struggles
Get Pregnant Fast I find myself lying on a pristine white comforter, completely immobilized, every muscle in my body aflame, and waves of pain coursing through my legs. My gaze drifts to the palm trees dancing in the Caribbean breeze outside my hotel room. Alone in this compact space, I contemplate the psychiatrist’s number sitting…
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How My Baby Took Over My Body
Get Pregnant Fast I opened my eyes to a whirlwind of confusion. At eight months pregnant, I found myself sprawled on the tile floor of a children’s store where my prenatal class was being held. My legs formed a V shape, and I was clad in black tights, which were not the best choice for…
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What I Discovered in My 24 Hours of Highlights
Get Pregnant Fast There were times when I couldn’t help but feel a pang of envy watching my friends effortlessly switch up their hairstyles, while I remained attached to my long, familiar locks. Over the years, my hair morphed into more than just a style; it became a part of my identity. My natural hair…
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How I’m Learning to Understand My Teenager
Get Pregnant Fast As we continue to expose our teenagers to the world, they reflect it back at us in ways we sometimes overlook. We see the familiar landscapes of life, but what we often miss is the profound transformation happening within them. As parents, we’re accustomed to taking the lead, guiding our children through…
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8 Insights Gained from an Hour of Yelling
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, a friend shared a fascinating article about a mother who spent an entire week whispering, and how that transformed her parenting approach. I couldn’t help but wonder if she was subtly hinting at something. The author, Lisa Johnson, posed an intriguing question: “What drives us to the point of yelling at…
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The Notable Differences Between Being 30 and 39
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat in the back of a hotel shuttle, I casually mentioned my age to the twentysomething driver. His eyes widened, and he exclaimed, “No way! You’re 39?!” After a sip of wine during dinner, I felt ready to share a bit about myself. “Yes, I’m proud of my age,” I…
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Reflections from a Late Bloomer
Get Pregnant Fast As I approached my 40th birthday, I felt an exhilarating sense of anticipation. It was as though I was ready to shed an old, worn-out skin and emerge renewed, enveloped in something vibrant and fresh. Forty represented a pivotal moment—an opportunity for transformation. I imagined waking up that day infused with newfound…
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My 4-Year-Old Is Already Asking Existential Questions
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a rollercoaster of surprises, and nothing quite prepares you for the moment your little one emerges from bed with profound questions. My daughter, at just four years old, has taken me aback with her inquiries, such as: “Can two boys get married?” “What happens when we die?” “Can we…
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“Togetherness” Makes You Question Your Adulthood
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever felt a jarring disconnect when someone refers to you as “ma’am” or overhears kids calling you “a grown-up”? You might find yourself thinking, “How can I be a ‘ma’am’ when I still feel 21? How can I be a ‘grown-up’ when I still carry the same essence I did…
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5 Things I Would Change If I Could Relive My High School Years
Get Pregnant Fast If I had the opportunity to revisit my high school days, there are definitely a few things I’d approach differently: Embrace Physical Education Imagine having fifty minutes of daily exercise, guided by a teacher or coach, in a gym, on a track, or even on a tennis court. I would have fully…