Tag: self-awareness
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A Dad’s Eye-Opening Realization: ‘Helping’ Isn’t Helping at All
Get Pregnant Fast In a candid moment of self-reflection, Tom Richardson, a dad and writer for the blog Family Insights, discovered that his perception of “helping” his wife with household chores was actually undermining their partnership. As he prepared to celebrate his wife’s birthday, Tom found himself patting himself on the back for making the…
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I Reached Out for Support, But My Doctor Overlooked My Struggles
Get Pregnant Fast In the midst of juggling a wailing infant and managing my own physical discomfort, I realized I had lost sight of any hope. The situation was unsustainable; I was pale, sleep-deprived, and so starved I felt indifferent to food. This was far from the blissful fourth trimester I had envisioned. While I…
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20 Tweets That Will Help You Laugh About Your Anxiety
Get Pregnant Fast Anxiety is a reality many of us face, and while it can feel overwhelming, finding humor in our experiences can be incredibly therapeutic. Here are 20 light-hearted tweets that perfectly capture the quirks of living with anxiety, helping us to share a laugh amidst the chaos: People with anxiety are often overly…
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When Anxiety Sparks Anger: Understanding the Connection
Get Pregnant Fast Anxiety and anger often go hand in hand, creating a cycle that can be challenging to break. I find myself clenching my jaw and fists, overwhelmed by a surge of anger that seems to come out of nowhere. This reaction often stems from a past experience or a trigger from the present,…
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The Dangers of Pretending to Know Everything
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s digital age, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking we know it all. Perhaps you’ve scrolled through your social media feed and encountered outlandish claims that left you scratching your head—like the assertion that the former president, Mark Thompson, took two days to respond to a natural disaster…
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Breaking the Cycle of Passive-Aggressive Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast My father did his utmost, but his approach to parenting often left lasting scars. He had a vibrant personality, a sharp sense of humor, and was incredibly generous. At his memorial, friends shared countless stories of his kindness, recalling how he went out of his way to assist others. Yet, amidst the…
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Embracing Our Collective Dysfunction: Why It’s Okay to Be Real
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s face a hard truth: every family has its quirks and issues. Every. Single. One. If you’re anything like me, your first reaction might be to roll your eyes and declare, “Not my family! We’re a flawless unit.” You can hold onto that belief, but the reality is that your family has…
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The Challenges of Being a Short-Fused Parent
Get Pregnant Fast From a young age, I recognized that patience was not my strongest suit. What I didn’t grasp was that my quick temper stemmed from underlying anxiety. It always felt like I was racing to the next task. Whether it was FOMO (fear of missing out) or my tendency to overthink while waiting…
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Confession: My Journey from Sanctimommy to Self-Acceptance
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real for a moment: I’ve grappled with what I call Judgy Mom Syndrome. As someone who typically embraces a “to each their own” attitude, the world of parenting thrust me into an unsettling realm where I felt judged at every turn, leading me to unwittingly partake in the very culture…
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Give Us Some Space: The Case for Personal Room in Public Lines
Get Pregnant Fast Everywhere we turn these days, we encounter lines. Whether it’s in traffic, at the airport, or while grocery shopping, waiting has become a part of our daily lives. And while I understand that waiting can be frustrating, what makes it even worse is when people invade your personal space. So, let me…