Tag: college
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✨ December Newsletter: Stepping Into Your Power ✨
Hey Fireworks,Welcome to December — my birthday month, my new chapter, and honestly… my rebirth. And before we go any further, I want to share something special with you. After years of writing, healing, evolving, and pouring into this space, it finally felt right to give this community a name. Starting today, you are The Fireworks — the vibrant,…
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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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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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My PCOS Struggles: Embracing Flaws and Finding Confidence
The author shares their struggles with PCOS, focusing on skin issues like acne and facial hair that sparked insecurities during adolescence. Initially seeking quick fixes and makeup to feel feminine, they faced bullying in school. Over time, they learned to manage their appearance but still felt the weight of their insecurities. They express relief in…
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Stepping Out: A Journey into Party Culture
In her early 20s, the narrator reflects on her experience as a party girl, despite not truly enjoying the lifestyle. Influenced by a friend, she attended her first frat party, feeling out of place in revealing clothing. While she preferred socializing over dancing, the thrill of this new world intrigued her, marking a significant shift…
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Transforming Trauma: Finding Strength in Scars
The author reflects on their therapeutic journey, expressing frustration over not feeling “cured” or like their younger self. They realize that trying to recreate a past self is hindering growth. Embracing scars as signs of strength and living in the present become key lessons in their path to self-acceptance and resilience.
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Celebrating One Year as The Misunderstood Afro Muslimah
The author reflects on a year of blogging unexpectedly, expressing pride in sharing her unique perspective as a young Black Muslim woman. Initially an online diary, her blog, The Misunderstood Afro Muslimah, gained readership and engagement, leading to meaningful connections, discussions, and opportunities, inspiring her to continue this journey.
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The Strength of Women: A Personal Feminist Journey
The author reflects on her identity as a young Black Muslim woman and her inherent feminism. She highlights the societal undervaluation of women, particularly women of color, and her father’s support. Influenced by media and history, she identifies the need for women’s rights and celebrates Women’s History Month as significant in her life.
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Understanding Religion: My Journey as a Black Muslim Woman
The Misunderstood Afro Muslimah shares her journey as a young black woman navigating her identity in America. Raised to prioritize her faith, she experienced societal pressures and questioned religious tenets. After exploring various beliefs, she embraced her unique bicultural identity, aiming to be a good person and contribute positively to the world.
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Embracing Growth: A Journey of Self-Acceptance
The author reflects on their journey of self-discovery and transformation during college, moving from insecurity to self-acceptance. Despite struggles with depression and societal expectations, therapy provided a space for vulnerability and emotional growth. Ultimately, they embrace their uniqueness and strive to appreciate their evolving identity without seeking validation from others.
The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah 