Tag: self-discovery
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Why I Left My Hometown and Never Looked Back
Get Pregnant Fast In my quaint, small hometown, life is a perpetual cycle of familiar faces and traditions. Every year, families flock back to this farming community for the same festivals celebrating local crops, pageants crowning the “Queens of the Corn,” and the annual football rivalry that ignites the same old spirit. It’s a place…
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I Chose Authenticity Over Perfection: Leaving a Good Marriage for True Love
Get Pregnant Fast Life often leads us to believe we have everything under control. Society lays out a blueprint, telling us what our dreams should look like, who we should partner with, and what happiness should feel like. While many subscribe to this narrative, I found myself deeply entrenched in it, convinced that I had…
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Insights from My Sexless Marriage Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting Reflections on My Sexless Marriage by Lisa Grant Updated: Aug. 6, 2018 Originally Published: Sep. 15, 2017 Sexless marriage. Diminished desire. A lack of intimacy with the person I cherished. At 28, this was far from the life I envisioned for myself. Growing up, I always considered myself a sexual being;…
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Navigating My Mid-30s: An Identity Conundrum
Get Pregnant Fast As I reflect on my mid-30s, the realization hits me that I’m grappling with a significant identity crisis. It’s a sentiment I hope resonates with others who might offer guidance, encouragement, or at the very least, a shared understanding. Over the past five years, transitioning from my carefree 20s to a more…
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It’s Not My Responsibility to Entertain My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast When I stepped into the role of a parent, I unwittingly signed up for a multitude of responsibilities—none of which came with a manual. As I navigate this journey, I’ve discovered some roles I truly cherish, like Memory Keeper and Cuddle Coordinator. However, there are also plenty of less glamorous tasks, such…
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I Thought Motherhood Would Solve My Addiction (I Was Mistaken)
Get Pregnant Fast Mothers have long been iconic figures in stories and myths, and for good reason. It’s not merely their ability to bear children that elevates them; it’s also their traits — boundless compassion, steadfast kindness, and the idealized notion of selflessness. I used to believe that motherhood was both enchanting and daunting because…
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Katy Perry Reveals the Emotional Reason Behind Her Haircut
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent livestream event promoting her album Witness, pop superstar Katy Perry opened up about her personal struggles, including experiences with suicidal thoughts. This candid moment took place during a therapy session with her counselor, Alex Rivers, which was unexpectedly shared with fans. As Perry navigated through her mental health challenges,…
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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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Dear Daughter, Embrace Independence Before Committing to a Partner
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Emma, You’ve just returned home from a bustling day in sixth grade. You burst through the door, eager to slip into your pajamas, savor some pizza (a sentiment I share every afternoon), and FaceTime with your friends. As I observe you surrounded by your close-knit group, reveling in sleepovers, sports games,…