Tag: fear
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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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Living with Ocular Hypertension: A Personal Transformation
The author reflects on their healing journey with Ocular Hypertension, acknowledging past neglect of eye care. Despite challenges, they shifted their mindset to celebrate managing the condition since childhood. After exploring cannabis, they found it positively impacted their eye pressure, encouraging others to research and seek solutions for their health.
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Finding Light in Darkness: A Personal Story of Healing
The author reflects on their struggle with depression following a serious leg infection that caused prolonged pain and hospitalization. They are aware of negative coping mechanisms resurfacing but are determined to confront their mental health challenges. Acknowledging their past traumas, they aim to celebrate small victories while seeking a new therapist to support their healing…
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Living with Ocular Hypertension: A Personal Story
The author shares her experience with PCOS and Ocular Hypertension, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability in her blog. Diagnosed at twelve, she reflects on her anxiety regarding vision loss, while also recognizing her resilience after managing the condition for over a decade without vision impairment. She plans to share her insights on preserving vision.
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From Dark Times to Self-Compassion
The author reflects on their difficult journey through therapy, revealing lost faith and self-love. Struggling with self-sabotage and negative self-image, they find solace in a therapist’s prompt to identify personal qualities. After tears and introspection, they create a list of admirable traits, recognizing the importance of self-compassion and a valuable life.
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The Mask We Wear: A Therapy Journey Unveiled
The author describes the struggle of seeking therapy, initially feeling shame and vulnerability. After a low point, they return but remain superficial at first. A pivotal question from the therapist prompts self-reflection, leading to revelations about masking pain with a smile. The experience highlights the challenge of confronting inner truths.
The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah 