Tag: pain
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Coping with PCOS and Hospitalization: A Personal Transformation Story
The author reflects on their unexpected hospitalization and the resulting shift in their perspective on beauty and self-care, especially concerning their PCOS. Initially focused on relief from pain rather than appearance, they discovered freedom in authenticity. Returning home, they prioritize self-acceptance over societal standards, embracing a transformative journey of self-love.
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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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Thriving Beyond Societal Expectations
The author reflects on societal expectations that mold women into ideal partners for men, revealing a lifelong struggle against double standards. Despite facing trauma and injustice, the writer emphasizes resilience and a desire to transcend these limitations. The goal is to dismantle patriarchal norms and empower others to thrive authentically.
The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah 