Category: Health
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Do I have to put away childish things?
Do you remember your childhood? Or have you spent time recently with children? One thing that strikes me the most is how little time most children spend overthinking everything. Picture a little girl in a park. Her hair is up in pigtails, she’s wearing a slightly grubby ensemble, and she’s left her sandals god-knows-where. She’s… Read more
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Shades of Grey (Gray?)
I would be lying if I said that my inner life was idyllic before my cancer diagnosis. There were big questions lurking in the corners; I was just really really good at being super busy so I didn’t have to think about those big questions. The more noise and chaos the better when you’re trying… Read more
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How Full is Your Plate?
I once had a therapist tell me that I was “a high-capacity person”. She said it her therapist tone – so neutral that I had no idea if this was a good thing or a bad thing. I could have asked her, but of course I chose to overthink it instead. I like to be… Read more
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Dreams
My friend Maria * was vibrant. Full of life. Passionate about her husband, children, friends, and career. She loved on my kids as if they were her own. She made the best salsa. And she passed away after a short illness just 6 months shy of her 40th birthday. As we collectively reeled in the aftermath,… Read more
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10 Things to Know About Me
When I come across a new content creator, I’m always intrigued by what makes them tick. What’s their story? What motivates them? What inspires them? Here are 10 things I want you to know about me before we dive in any further. Well there you have it. There’s more to me but I promised you… Read more