Tag: health
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Dealing with Hormonal Acne: A PCOS Journey
A PCOS girl discusses her struggles with hormonal acne, attributing it to stress and PMS. Frustrated with her skin affecting her mood, she plans to enhance her skincare routine, focusing on hydration and self-care. She emphasizes the importance of self-love, indulging in new products and pampering herself to improve her well-being.
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Managing PCOS Symptoms: Finding Peace and Positivity
The author reflects on the positive impact of setting boundaries for mental health while managing PCOS symptoms. Despite regular menstrual cycles and reduced pain, PMS anxiety has increased. The author emphasizes self-compassion, challenges negative thoughts, and embraces their condition, prioritizing mindset over appearance. Personal growth continues as they seek solutions.
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Breaking Stigmas: My Journey as a Confident Advocate
The author reflects on their healing journey from trauma, recognizing their strength as an outspoken advocate. Initially shy, they challenged societal stigmas, particularly around menstruation and sexual assault, transforming their pain into empowerment. Embracing their identity as a Black American Muslimah, they now passionately advocate for others, promoting awareness and acceptance around various issues, including…
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Let’s Talk About It: Muslimah’s Opinions on Medical Cannabis
The post highlights a conversation with a close friend about Medical Cannabis, emphasizing the author’s advocacy and personal transformation regarding its use. It encourages open-mindedness and dialogue, particularly within the Muslim community, regarding how medical Cannabis relates to an Islamic lifestyle, inviting readers to share their thoughts.
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Setting Boundaries: Protecting My Peace with PCOS
The author reflects on their journey toward self-acceptance and prioritizing their mental health amidst struggles with PCOS, anxiety, and depression. They emphasize the importance of being their own source of joy and happiness, moving beyond words of affirmation to action. Establishing boundaries, they seek meaningful connections while focusing on self-love and care.
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My Medical Cannabis Journey: Transforming Misconceptions
The author shares their journey with medical cannabis, emphasizing the importance of consulting professionals. Initially skeptical, they obtained a medical card through Leafwell, discovering the benefits and differences from recreational cannabis. The author highlights diverse consumption methods and notes significant improvements in eye pressure and headaches, while maintaining regular medical guidance.
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29 and Thriving: Navigating PCOS and Menstrual Changes
At 29, I appreciate my body and reflect on my PCOS journey, aiming for improved feminine health. This year, I’m focused on regulating my cycle and reducing discomfort. I’ve found light cardio and yoga help, and I’m adapting to longer periods. I’m committed to seeking medical guidance while exploring herbal remedies for PMS and anxiety…
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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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From Insecurity to Empowerment: My PCOS Life
The author reflects on their insecurities related to PCOS, particularly acne and facial hair. While past depression diminished their concern over acne, facial hair remains a challenge. They describe overcoming shame and embracing confidence, ultimately deciding to explore laser hair removal for a lasting solution to their struggle.
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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.
Kareema | The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah 