mental-health
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Poem: “The Facade”
What if I told you, this is a fairytale? What if you knew I decorated the walls of my castle, So that you wouldn’t look inside? What if I told you, I dress up my flaws with pretty words So you can’t see the dead secrets I bury? I stamp my successes on my forehead … Continue reading
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Practicing Sincerity: Learning How to be Truly Happy for Others in Their Success
When someone tells you about something exciting in their life, what is your immediate reaction? Are you excited for them, or do you feel jealous? Do you ask them questions about this news, or do you not really care? It often depends on the person and the information they are giving you. Sometimes, however, we… Continue reading
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The Sun Still Rises: Finding Joy in Change
The photos below were both taken on March 12th around 7:30 a.m., but I didn’t take them on the same day. I took the first picture exactly one year ago, in 2024, and I took the second one today, in 2025. Now that the weather is finally warm, I can go for morning walks. I… Continue reading
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3 Simple Ways to Start Your Day with a Smile
It’s hard. It’s hard to get out of bed. It’s hard to accomplish our tasks. It’s hard to have fun. It’s hard to smile. Sometimes, it’s hard to live. Unfortunately, there’s not an easy fix to this. But thankfully for us, a difficult life doesn’t guarantee a pointless one, and we can find beauty in… Continue reading
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5 Journaling Prompts to Help Reduce Stress
Sometimes our heartbeat can’t keep up with the worries racing in our minds. Sometimes all we can do is pace around the room and try not to explode. Sometimes we’re paralyzed and can’t even stand. If you’re struggling against the waves and just barely keeping your head above the water, you’re not alone. Everyone struggles… Continue reading
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