Tag: mental health
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✨ The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah Newsletter
August Reflections & Inspiration Salaam y’all, As August draws to a close, I’m pausing to celebrate the journey this month has taken me on—filled with healing, discovery, and renewed energy. I’m beyond grateful to wrap up the month with highlights from the blog and an intention-setting reflection to guide us into September. Latest on the…
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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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Healing Through Self-Dating: Embracing Your True Self
The author reflects on feelings of sadness and loneliness from being single, recognizing the lack of genuine love in past relationships. They took a break from dating to focus on self-love, engaging in self-care practices like buying flowers and writing love letters. This journey led to personal healing, clarity, and readiness to embrace new relationships.
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How Cannabis Enhances My Daily Life and Creativity
The author shares their love for cannabis, referencing its benefits for inflammation, anxiety, PCOS, and PTSD. They discuss enjoyable activities like elevated baking, art, and watching films, which enhance self-discovery and self-care. The piece encourages others to embrace their elevated lifestyles and promote mental well-being through cannabis, providing a discount for medical cards.
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Blossoming in My Power: Glowing, Growing, and Giving Body
The author expresses excitement about personal growth, celebrating achievements, and embracing fun after overcoming pain and limited mobility. They emphasize intentional joy, rejection of shyness, and a commitment to a vibrant summer experience. While navigating dating challenges, they cherish newfound self-worth and confidence, ready to embrace life fully as their twenties conclude.
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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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Healing as a Survivor: Cannabis vs. Alcohol
The author reflects on their journey of survival, revealing a transformation from alcohol dependence to discovering healing through cannabis. The initial coping mechanism led to self-destructive behaviors, but moving home prompted introspection. Embracing cannabis sparked self-love and productive therapy sessions, culminating in the author’s commitment to healing and advocacy as a medical cannabis activist.
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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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