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“Mom, did I tell you about that crazy girl in my class?” “Did you see that boy? I just stalked his Instagram account to see his photos.” Crazy. Stalked. In today’s vernacular, those words are loosely tossed around to depict other people. My teens use the words at least a few times a … [Read more...]
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When you have postpartum depression, one of the saving graces is, at the time, your kid is too young to remember or realize that you’re sad..or angry…all the time. They pick up on it for sure or at least Will did. His mood reflected mine even then and he was a pretty cranky, shitty sleeping kid for … [Read more...]
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When you take a flight and the crew goes over emergency procedures, they stress the importance of putting your own oxygen mask on before you attempt helping anyone else. If you’re not breathing, you’re of no use to others. This applies across our whole lives—if we’re not taking care of ourselves … [Read more...]
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Sorry To Be A Party Pooper, But Social Anxiety Around Holiday Party Season Sucks
I had to laugh aloud when I read a Facebook post this morning that said; “‘I just love holiday party season!’ said no introvert with anxiety disorder ever.” I found this extremely funny because it pretty much sums up my life when it comes to parties and large gatherings. Although, being an … [Read more...]
Book Review: “Furiously Happy” By Jenny Lawson
I kid you not: I was at the gym the other day and the guy on the elliptical machine next to me was eating a candy bar and drinking a Coke. I couldn’t quite believe what I was seeing, and I thought to myself…well, I’m sure you can guess what I thought—you’re probably thinking the same thing right … [Read more...]
Book Review: “The Day We Met” By Rowan Coleman
My niece is 17 years old yet my sister remembers her birth with acute accuracy. It was the most horrible experience of her life, she claims. Now obviously the end result is the best thing that’s ever happened to her, but the process of getting there? Sheesh. My sister never intended on having a … [Read more...]
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It’s no surprise to hear that Dove’s latest ad campaign is pulling on heartstrings, celebrating women and empowering us to celebrate ourselves. They’ve done it before with their “Real Beauty” campaigns and the latest installment is no different. Dove is asking women across the globe to … [Read more...]
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