Tag: personal story
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How I’m Confronting My Anxiety with Hope
Get Pregnant Fast There’s an unpredictability to anxiety that can catch me off guard. You’d think that after years of dealing with it, I’d have some sort of signal before it hits. The circumstances may change, the people around me may differ, but the sensation remains constant. I was merely eight years old when I…
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Searching for Evidence That Kindness Can Transform Lives? Look No Further!
Get Pregnant Fast During an incredibly challenging period for my family, I encountered extraordinary generosity from a stranger and the unexpected compassion of an airline. The day before Thanksgiving, my mom suffered a stroke, and initially, we were unsure of the severity. Living in Michigan while my parents resided in Florida, I had been in…
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Coming Out of the Recovery Closet: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast “Hi, I’m Sarah, and I’m a recovering alcoholic.” These words, once so easy to share in the supportive atmosphere of recovery rooms, now make me feel vulnerable as I write them down. As someone who has worked hard to achieve sobriety, I realize how few people in my daily life are aware…
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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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The Unending Journey of Infertility
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to the emotional toll of infertility, the journey doesn’t simply end with pregnancy. I was fortunate compared to many couples facing similar challenges. My diagnosis of premature ovarian failure came early, well before I even considered starting a family. This saved me from the heartache and expense of countless…
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My Story: Groomed by an Older Man as a Teen, and Its Lasting Impact
Get Pregnant Fast It wasn’t until my college years, during therapy sessions, that I truly recognized the experiences I endured as a teenager were a form of sexual abuse. Although I wasn’t physically assaulted, I was groomed, and the psychological effects have lingered, leaving me feeling confused and ashamed. For years, I kept this secret…
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How ‘Pac-Man’ Shaped My Summer of 1984: A Personal Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast More captivating than any breakdancing trick were the little consoles marked with the name “ATARI.” My friend, Max, was the one who introduced me to video games. Before that summer, I had never touched a game controller. But when Max sat down next to me—way too close for comfort, I noticed—he shyly…
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Kristina Lane Offers Candid Reflection on the Stigma Surrounding Depression
Get Pregnant Fast Kristina Lane, celebrated for her infectious charm, is a reminder that even those who seem perpetually joyful can face the challenges of mental health. Recently, Lane took to the platform to share her personal battle with anxiety and depression, and her latest essay delves deeper into this subject, urging us to recognize…
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I Don’t Want To Forget
Get Pregnant Fast In one of my many visits to the oncology clinic, my doctor assured me that one day, all of this would be a distant memory. He claimed I would hardly recall my battle with cancer. I let out a sad, sarcastic chuckle, thinking, “That’s impossible.” As time goes on, though, it does…