Tag: self-esteem
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My Mother’s Words Shaped My Self-Image
Get Pregnant Fast “Earlier today, when you were laughing on the bed… You looked ridiculous.” Those words from my mother cast a long shadow over my self-esteem. Each time I found something amusing, my instinct was to cover my mouth, hiding the noticeable gaps between my teeth. I would squint my eyes to mask the…
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Creating Art Is Beneficial for Your Well-Being (Even If You’re Not Great at It)
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Lifestyle Creating Art Is Beneficial for Your Well-Being (Even If You’re Not Great at It) By Samantha Turner September 3, 2023 One afternoon, feeling overwhelmed and entirely alone at home, I stumbled upon my daughter’s old pottery wheel. It had always been tucked away, neglected while I juggled helping her with…
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How We Raise Girls to Become Strong, Confident Women
Get Pregnant Fast As I watch my fearless and confident 6-year-old daughter, I often feel a deep sense of pride. Yet, there are moments when fear creeps in. I ponder who might try to undermine her, who will attempt to fill her mind with insecurities. Having experienced it myself, I understand that society will eventually…
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The Impact of Acne on Mental Health
Get Pregnant Fast Acne can have a profound impact on one’s mental well-being. While it may seem trivial to some, dealing with a breakout can be truly disheartening. Whether it appears at a critical moment, is particularly noticeable, or simply feels inappropriate for your age, the emotional toll can extend far beyond skin-deep concerns. For…
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To the MLM Representative in the Checkout Line
Get Pregnant Fast My son, Jacob, recently landed a part-time position at our local grocery store. Juggling school and work, he’s been saving up for a car—or perhaps some Chipotle (I keep a close eye on our linked accounts!). Most of his time at work is spent scanning items for customers, but sometimes he’s outside…
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How My Life Would Transform Without Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast Living with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) has been a significant part of my life since I was in elementary school, though I didn’t fully comprehend what I was experiencing at the time. I recall constantly worrying about things that seemed trivial to my peers, a persistent weight on my shoulders that I…
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4 Ways Over-Parenting Harms Children
Get Pregnant Fast The impulse to safeguard and nurture our children is a sentiment shared by all devoted parents. However, what many may not realize is that over-parenting can be more detrimental than beneficial for kids. Picture this: parents hovering protectively over their children at the playground, always within arm’s reach. They rush to soothe…
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I Shed Over 100 Pounds, Yet I’m Still Not Comfortable in a Bikini – Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast Just like everyone else, I go through my morning routine, but with one added challenge: tucking away the excess skin that hangs around my waist into my jeans. And this isn’t just a minor issue. Picture a few pounds of warm, stretchy dough secured around my middle, and that’s an accurate representation…
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The Unique Experiences of Raising a ‘Big’ Child
Get Pregnant Fast When my sons were born, they were nearly two feet long, sporting large heads, bright eyes, and long limbs. I often found myself marveling at how I managed to carry such substantial babies. By the time they were just ten weeks old, most people mistook them for six-month-olds. Having a daughter in…
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The Real F Word: Why ‘Fat’ Cuts Deeper Than You Think
Get Pregnant Fast During my son’s routine check-up at two and a half, he casually dropped the F-bomb for the first time. “How are we doing today?” the doctor asked, entering the room in his quirky tie, only to find my little one squatting beneath the exam table in search of lost coins. “Good,” my…