Tag: healing
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The Day My Heart Began to Heal
Get Pregnant Fast As the sun dipped below the horizon, I took a deep breath, soaking in the beauty around me. My partner and I were at an extravagant event for his work, where a whimsical Ferris wheel twinkled against the evening sky. Anticipating this night for months, I felt the warm rays caress my…
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Overcoming Childhood Trauma: A Journey of Resilience and Healing
Get Pregnant Fast Trigger Warning: Discusses childhood abuse. In a small town, nothing electrifies the atmosphere quite like the anticipation of an away football game. As cheerleaders, we filled the bus with laughter, pom-poms, and the thrill of youthful camaraderie as we traveled to Mobile, albeit for what would be yet another disappointing loss. But…
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From a Widow: The Day After the Funeral, I Never Returned Home
Get Pregnant Fast I recently came across an article that resonated deeply with me, titled “You Attended a Funeral and Then Went Home.” Before I even finished it, I found myself compelled to share my thoughts. When my partner passed away, I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support from friends, family, and…
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Why Losing a Friend Can Be More Challenging Than Losing a Spouse
Get Pregnant Fast Divorce can feel like a relentless storm, tossing you into a chaotic sea of emotions. In those initial months, reality seems warped, as if you’re submerged in a murky underwater world where sounds are muffled, and everything feels heavy. You’ve lost a significant part of yourself, and the fear of never feeling…
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Lessons I Learned After Losing My Father
Get Pregnant Fast The last time I heard my dad’s voice, it was a mix-up—he called me while trying to reach my aunt after arriving at a bus stop in New Mexico. Our conversation was brief; I shared about my new job, and I asked if he’d swing by to see us on his way…
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To My Son: A Heartfelt Thanks for Your Light During My Postpartum Journey
Get Pregnant Fast When faced with postpartum depression, it’s easy to become consumed by the struggle to heal. Often, this can lead to feelings of guilt, making you question your abilities as a mother. If you are experiencing similar challenges, I want to remind you: this guilt is misleading. You are doing the best you…
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Letting Go of My Dreams of Expanding My Family After Losing My Partner
Get Pregnant Fast As my daughter grows older, moving further away from her baby and toddler years, I’ve found myself reflecting on the past. Perhaps it’s my own journey through grief after losing my husband at the young age of 29. Whatever the reason, I’ve finally come to terms with the reality that I may…
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Dear Max: You Are Deeply Cherished, and I Want the World to Know About You
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Max, Today marks the day you were meant to enter this world. But you won’t be arriving, because you were already here. Let me take you back to the beginning. Approximately nine months ago, while preparing for a work dinner in a midtown hotel room in New York City, I decided…
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Why I Let Go of My Ex-Husband
Get Pregnant Fast Divorce is tough. There’s no sugarcoating it. I often wonder how anyone can navigate such a tumultuous experience, let alone find the courage to open their heart to someone new afterward. The thought still astounds me. When asked how I managed to move on from the grief and resentment of my divorce,…