Category: Lifestyle
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Incurable Isn’t a Diagnosis—It’s a Lifestyle
The author reflects on their lifelong struggles with chronic conditions, starting with a childhood glaucoma diagnosis that shifted their reality. As an adult, they grapple with the implications of managing multiple health issues, including PCOS. They emphasize the mental challenges and the need for self-care while embracing their unique journey toward health management.
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PCOS, Control, and Healing My Relationship With Food
The post illustrates a personal journey through eating disorders linked to PCOS, highlighting struggles with body image and the pursuit of control. After a traumatic experience, the author realized the harmful effects of her unhealthy habits. Through therapy, self-love, and nutrition education, she developed a healthier relationship with food and fitness, ultimately embracing joy and…
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Mastering a Balanced Lifestyle: My Daily Routine
The author shares their daily routine, divided into mental, physical, and spiritual parts, starting early with affirmations, prayer, and journaling. Emphasizing balance, they incorporate workouts and promote physical strength, particularly through boxing. Their wellness journey includes cannabis for focus and ends with reflective practices and gratitude, creating an enriching, disciplined lifestyle.
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The Misunderstood Feminine: PCOS, Power, and Pink Wraps
The author reflects on embracing her femininity while managing PCOS, highlighting her journey from insecurity to self-acceptance. Despite societal pressures and male-dominated environments, she celebrates her unique identity, merging her interests with traditional femininity. Ultimately, she advocates for a broad understanding of womanhood, championing strength and authenticity.
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My Experience with Menstrual Pain and Healthcare
In hindsight, I’ve always been more comfortable with myself than I realized. Living with PCOS has taught me that womanhood looks different for everyone. From pain and misdiagnosis to self-advocacy and healing, I’ve learned to tune out the noise, honor my body, and define womanhood on my own terms.
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5 Essential Tips for Managing Too Much THC
The author shares their positive cannabis experiences but recounts a troubling incident after consuming too much sativa. An overwhelming dose of THC led to anxiety and paranoia during a hotel stay. They learned valuable lessons about moderation, and offer five practical tips for managing excessive THC effects while emphasizing that these feelings are temporary.
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Embracing Cannabis: A Boxer’s Path to Healing and Focus
The author shares their journey back to boxing after a healing period due to a foot injury. They emphasize the importance of mental recovery, blend fitness with yoga, and utilize medical cannabis for pain relief and focus. Grateful for their strength, they express excitement for their comeback, embracing a positive lifestyle and personal growth.
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Embracing PCOS: A Letter to My Younger Self
In a heartfelt letter for PCOS Awareness Month, the author reflects on their journey from fear and shame regarding PCOS to self-love and acceptance. Embracing the condition has led to personal growth and a newfound appreciation for themselves. They encourage their younger self to embrace their identity and celebrate their unique journey.
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Dating with PCOS: Embracing Authenticity
The author reflects on her journey as a single, nearly 30-year-old woman with PCOS, emphasizing self-love and resilience. She acknowledges past insecurities but has transformed her perspective, recognizing her worth beyond physical symptoms. Entering her thirties, she advocates for herself, raising her standards in dating while embracing her unique identity.
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Transforming PMS into Positive Self-Care Rituals
The author shares a positive update on managing PCOS, noting improvements in their menstrual cycle and emotional wellbeing. They emphasize the importance of self-care during their cycle by establishing boundaries, listening to their feelings, and honoring themselves. Embracing their unique attributes, they seek to align their presentation with their aesthetic preferences.
Kareema | The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah 