Tag: personal growth
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The Advantages of Being a Middle-Aged Mom—But Time is the Biggest Challenge
Get Pregnant Fast As I navigate through middle age, I find myself in a peculiar state where the hair on my chin seems to sprout faster than that on my legs. It’s not alarming yet—just the occasional (okay, frequent) wiry, white strand that I touch, obsess over, and ultimately pluck. (I’ve even stashed tweezers in…
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What I Wish I Could Express to the Friend I Distanced Myself From
Get Pregnant Fast As I reflect on our friendship, I feel an overwhelming sense of love for you, even though we rarely see each other. We often joke about how busy life is—jobs, family, and responsibilities occupy our time. We promise that this month will be the one where we finally make plans to reconnect,…
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Reese Witherspoon Reflects on Her Past Abusive Relationship with Oprah
Get Pregnant Fast In a powerful episode of Super Soul Sunday, actress Reese Witherspoon candidly discussed her past experiences with abuse during a heartfelt conversation with Oprah Winfrey. As a prominent supporter of the Times Up movement and a fierce advocate for women’s rights, Witherspoon shared her journey of overcoming personal struggles, self-esteem issues, and…
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Now That I’m a Mom, Will I Ever Reconnect With ‘Me’ Again?
Get Pregnant Fast As a mom of young children, my outings are often a whirlwind of negotiations and compromises, ensuring we can complete our errands without meltdowns or accidents. While I miss my kids during these solitary outings, it’s not enough to keep me home. Sure, I don’t miss the screaming or tantrums, but there’s…
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I’m No Longer Striving to Be the ‘Perfect’ Daughter-In-Law
Get Pregnant Fast The rifts in my relationship with my mother-in-law began during my first pregnancy. Until that point, I had gone to great lengths to earn her affection, hoping to be regarded as favorably as her other daughters-in-law. However, the odds were stacked against me — they all resided nearby, and her influence was…
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A Note to Myself: It’s Okay If Not Everyone Likes You
Get Pregnant Fast As I approach my milestone birthday—turning 40—I find myself reflecting on the years gone by. Four decades once felt like an eternity, and I assumed I would have everything perfectly arranged by now. Yet, here I stand, still grappling with the same insecurities I had as a teenager, albeit with a few…
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What I Gained From Cancer: Embrace Life Fully and Wear the Swimsuit
Get Pregnant Fast People often wonder, “What insights did you gain from your battle with cancer?” It’s a complex question, one that encompasses a myriad of lessons learned during a transformative phase of my life. How do I convey the profound changes that came with turning my fate over to the hands of medical professionals,…
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Reflections from My 20-Year-Old Self on My Life Today
Get Pregnant Fast As I nestled into my couch, clad in my favorite yoga pants and ready to binge-watch my recorded shows, it hit me: it’s Saturday night. And honestly? I couldn’t care less about being anywhere other than my cozy family room. This realization is a clear sign that I’ve officially crossed into adulthood.…
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How My Friends Helped Me Navigate My Divorce
Get Pregnant Fast By: Sarah Thompson Updated: November 30, 2019 | Originally Published: February 16, 2018 The day my husband and I decided to part ways marked a significant turning point in my life. In the middle of the night, I reached out to my closest friend, and we spoke until dawn. By the end…
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When a Close Friend Betrays Your Trust: Navigating the Pain of Deception
Get Pregnant Fast The moment I discovered that my friend had deceived me felt like a blow to the stomach. As I reflected on the series of events from recent months, the weight of her lies crashed over me, leaving me in disbelief. We had been so close, sharing the deepest corners of our lives.…