Author: Jessica
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From Judgment to Kindness
I used to be incredibly judgmental. I picked people apart for how they acted, what they wore, how they looked, and even how they made me feel. And honestly? It got worse as I got older. By my 20s, I was in a safer, more stable place in life, but my mind was still sharp…
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A Letter to Myself
Welp, here we go again—getting all personal on the internet. But hey, what’s a birthday without a little reflection, right? With another year under my belt, I find myself thinking back to the girl I used to be. We’ve talked about her before. She was quiet, unsure, and felt like she didn’t really fit in.…
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The Secret to Happiness: It’s Already Here
Have you ever thought, “I’ll finally be happy when…”? . . . I lose the weight.. . . I find the perfect job.. . . my house looks like those aesthetic Instagram posts. I’ve been there. For years, I lived in a constant state of waiting, convinced that happiness was just one accomplishment or milestone…
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Moving from Victimhood to Growth
Life has a way of throwing us into the deep end, and sometimes, it feels like we’re drowning in it. The first instinct when faced with hardship is often to ask, “Why is this happening to me?” It’s a question that carries a heavy weight, one that keeps us stuck in confusion and helplessness. But…
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How to Overcome the Fear of Asking for What You Want
I think about how I was raised a lot, quiet, reserved, and taught to keep my desires to myself. As a child, I never asked for anything, emotionally or physically. It wasn’t even on my radar as an option. I saw my sister constantly in trouble for speaking up or questioning things, and I internalized…
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The Double-Edged Sword of Comparison: Finding Balance
We’ve all heard the saying, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” And let’s be honest, it’s not wrong. Who hasn’t gone down a social media rabbit hole, only to emerge feeling like their life is a chaotic dumpster fire compared to the curated perfection of everyone else? But here’s the thing: comparison isn’t all bad.…
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Starting Your Mindfulness Journey in Simple Steps
Winter has officially settled in where I live, and with the snow piling up outside and the colder days keeping us indoors, I’ve found myself spending more time at home than ever. I’m sure you can relate, winter has a way of slowing everything down and giving us space to think. It’s easy to get…
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Healing from Trauma: Asking the Hard Questions
*Trigger warning: mentions of general abuse* Trauma is something many of us carry with us, often without realizing it. It shapes how we see ourselves, how we connect with others, and how we interact with the world around us. But sometimes, healing starts with something as simple—and as hard—as asking the right questions. In this…
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Why I’m Here
Hi, I’m Jessica. I’m a 30-year-old mom of two, and like many of you, I’m learning to love myself. It’s a journey that’s taken time, more time than I’d like to admit, but it’s one that I’m finally walking with purpose. For as long as I can remember, I’ve felt like I was living in…
Unraveling the Self 