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Tag: self growth

  • The Effects of a Narcissistic Parent

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    Growing up with a narcissistic father I learned that love and affection were circumstantial. They were based on conditions that felt, but never were, within my control. Until recently, I didn’t realize how much this impacted my life and relationships. I constantly find myself putting myself into a box or corner for other people. Shifting…

  • The Hard Truth About Self-Care

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    We’ve all seen the Instagram posts and Tiktok videos of the social media dubbed “that girl”. The aesthetically pleasing girl who is focusing on her own growth and mental health. The girl that wakes up and downs a glass of lemon water before Pilates. The girl who reads the self-help books and has a two-hundred-dollar…

  • The Power of the People Around You

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    Most of us are familiar with the expression “show me your friends and I’ll show you yourself”. Many of us heard this phrase growing up from our parents or teachers while being scolded for acting out or a wrongdoing that they assume was influenced by our peers. As much as we didn’t want to admit…

  • Letter to Those Who are Transforming

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    Transitional times in our lives can be equally beautiful and difficult. Everyone always talks about how the butterfly gracefully becomes this beautiful creature with vibrant colors that floats through life so delicately. People are so quick to forget to mention the transformation that took place within the cocoon. A transformation that requires growth. And growth…