Tag: self-reflection
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Intentional: Reclaiming My Time in 2026
Intentional. That’s my word for 2026. I landed on it while journaling in one of my many Monica Sweeney journals (if you know Zen as F*ck, you know the vibe). One prompt asked me to list what I struggled with across different areas of my life—personal, professional, family, and everything…
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It Takes a Village
According to Google AI, the phrase “it takes a village to raise a child” is widely believed to originate from African proverbs. Its exact source may be unknown, but the sentiment reflects a beautiful, long-standing truth — raising children has always been a collective effort. When we adopted the boys,…
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F* the Norm, You Do You
Societal norms have always been a bit of a puzzle to me. I’ve never been one to follow the conventional path simply because it’s expected. Sure, opting for a less traditional route has made things more challenging at times, but I don’t regret it. In fact, I’m genuinely happy with…
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Things I Wish I’d Known in High School
I recently came across an incredible graphic by @positivelypresent (definitely check her out on Facebook or Instagram for daily inspiration) that shared some invaluable advice she wished she’d known in high school. It really got me thinking about how impactful such guidance could be for both current high schoolers and…
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Find Your Tribe
I The other day, while scrolling through social media, I came across a quote that struck a chord with me: “I cannot stress enough how important it is to find a like-minded tribe who believes in you so ferociously that on the days you feel like you can’t, they remind…
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The Perfect Woman
I recently came across a thought-provoking post on social media about Bob Marley being asked if there was a perfect woman. His response was refreshingly candid: perfection is a myth. He likened it to the moon, full of craters, or the sea, which is salty, deep, and dark. According to…
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Happy New Year
I love the hope that comes with the new year. Social media is flooded with posts about new beginnings—goals, fresh starts, and the ever-popular “New year, new me.” The enthusiasm is infectious, and I can’t get enough of it. This wave of hope and initiative always motivates me to start…
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