Tag: PCOS
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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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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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My PCOS Life:My Perfect Skin Routine ( Facial Hair Removal to Acne Management)
The author shares their love for fall and outlines their detailed skincare and facial hair removal routine, focusing on acne control, hormonal breakouts, and anti-aging. Emphasizing consistency and individual success, they describe morning and evening regimens, including products like African Black Soap and Murad treatments, while hinting at future nutrition discussions.
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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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Activism and Influence: My Path to Empowerment
The author shares their journey from lacking confidence to embracing their identity as an influencer. By partnering with brands like Thinx and Leafwell, they aim to discuss women’s health and cannabis openly. This transformation marks the beginning of their new path as an influential content creator, eager to foster candid conversations.
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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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My Fitness Journey: 75-Day Soft Challenge
As y’all know by now, I am always on a fitness journey that is more like a lifestyle. But I realize the last update was during the pandemic, and we have come a long way! I have accepted my weight is going to fluctuate, and I have learned to love myself regardless of size. That…
The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah 