Tag: happiness
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The Reality Check: Only You Hold the Key to Your Happiness
Get Pregnant Fast In life, there are fundamental responsibilities that as adults, we must embrace. No one else will feed us, bathe us, or handle our basic needs. Trust me, the next time I find myself in the bathroom, I can shout, “I’m done! Wipe me!” until I’m hoarse — but ultimately, I’ll still have…
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Money CAN Buy Happiness Sometimes — If You’re Buying Yourself Time
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all heard the saying that money can’t buy happiness. It’s a mantra often repeated, suggesting that the most valuable things in life are free. We see stories of lottery winners facing challenges, which reinforces this idea. Yet, it’s hard to ignore the contentment that many affluent individuals seem to experience. This…
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How the 80/20 Rule Becomes My Lifeline When I’m on the Edge of Overwhelm
Get Pregnant Fast This week, just like so many others, I found myself amidst a crowd of frazzled, overworked, and caffeine-fueled parents at the school playground. With my toddler in one arm and a forgotten lunchbox in the other, I listened as they brainstormed ways to counteract the reduction in recess hours at school. “Recess…
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7 Misconceptions When I Say I’m Overweight
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever spent time on social media, you might have noticed that when someone who identifies as overweight shares positive sentiments about their body, the responses can be downright predictable, much like a familiar plot twist in a movie. Amid the encouraging feedback and meaningful conversations about our unique journeys, there…
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Embracing My 40s: Finally Living Life to the Fullest
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit alone at my favorite café, gazing out the window, I’m counting down the moments until I can treat myself to a movie. This time last year, the thought of spending an evening solo would have made me uneasy. But with a rare child-free moment on my hands, I decided…
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The Secret to Happiness? Embracing a Laid-Back Parenting Approach
Get Pregnant Fast “Jamie, what are you volunteering for?” A fellow parent at preschool handed me a clipboard as I hung up my daughter’s backpack. Over time, I’ve mastered the art of slipping in and out of school without making eye contact to avoid these moments, but today, I felt cornered. After a deep breath,…
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You’re Never Really Going to Have Your Life Together (And That’s Absolutely Fine)
Get Pregnant Fast The primary distinction between my 20s and my 30s is the firm understanding that I will likely never have everything figured out. While this may sound like a pessimistic statement, I assure you it’s quite the opposite. Embracing the chaos of life is, in fact, a sign of personal growth and maturity.…
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Is It Wrong to Desire Only One Child?
Get Pregnant Fast When it came to the topic of parenthood, my contemplation centered around whether I wanted children at all, rather than how many. My upbringing shaped my perspective; the men in my family seemed to contribute little while expecting a great deal from the women. Many adults with children appeared perpetually stressed and…
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My Marriage Ended, But Your Opinions Are Irrelevant
Get Pregnant Fast Imagine someone dear to you, cradling a magnificent glass bowl. This bowl is not just an object; it embodies their dreams and aspirations. You take joy in their happiness as they proudly carry it everywhere. However, as time passes, it becomes evident that the bowl is becoming a burden. The joy it…