Tag: second bloom
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Am I Too Old for This Shit? Why You Should Ignore That Thought and Go for It Anyway
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One of the things I’m grappling with as I plan for a several-month backpacking trip across Europe is the nagging question: Am I too old for this? Have I grown too attached to my creature comforts and routines? Is this a bonkers idea? Probably. But here’s why I’m choosing to…
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Wings of Resilience
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Her wings were tattered, broken, torn, Weathered by storms she’d silently borne. Their feathers were clipped, their strength undone, Grounded beneath a heavy sun.
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Finding Healing Through the Lens: How Photography Saved My Spirit
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Photography has been my lifeline in healing. Capturing waterfalls, the Milky Way, and mountain ranges has helped me realize my problems are temporary and small, filling me with hope and perspective.
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Shedding the Weight of External Judgment
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Fear of external judgment is something many of us carry, often silently. Here’s how I’m learning to shed that weight and embrace the freedom of living authentically.
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Alone, Not Lonely: Choosing a Solitary Path for Peace and Growth
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Being alone doesn’t mean being lonely. It’s about choosing a life of peace and self-discovery over the pressures of constant connection. Here’s why I’ve embraced a solitary lifestyle.
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Rediscovering the Soul: Walking the Path of Unbecoming
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Trauma may shape us, but it doesn’t define who we’re meant to be. Join me in peeling back the layers to rediscover our truest selves.
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Laid Bare: Rediscovering Home Within Myself
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Stripped of walls and comfort, I’ve come to understand that home isn’t a place—it’s a feeling. It’s a connection to oneself, built from the rubble of pain and the foundations of hope.
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Ceremony to Say Goodbye to My Old Life: A Ritual of Release and Renewal
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Letting go of an old life is never easy, but creating a ceremony to honor and release it can be transformative. As I step into this new chapter, I embrace the beauty of closure and the hope of new beginnings.
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Unapologetically Me: Stripping Away the Layers of Societal Expectations
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For decades, I let societal standards shape my identity. Now, I’m peeling back the layers to uncover who I truly am—without validation, without pretense, and without apology.
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Finding Gratitude Amidst Uncertainty This Thanksgiving
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This Thanksgiving, amidst the uncertainties and fears of the unknown, I’m choosing to reflect on the things I’m grateful for: my healing, my strength, and the unwavering belief that I’m heading in the right direction.