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We All Have Issues: Embrace the Mess

We All Have Issues: Embrace the Mess

Let's face it: we're all messed up. Every single one of us has our own set of issues, insecurities, and past traumas. When we encounter someone acting like they've got it all together, it's easy to feel inferior. But let's remember something crucial: nobody's perfect....

The Weight of Forever: Reflections on Love, Vows, and Growth

The Weight of Forever: Reflections on Love, Vows, and Growth

Love and marriage, these grandiose concepts often come adorned with promises that sound like they're straight out of a fairy tale. "Forever" and "always" are words that flow so easily from our lips, yet they carry a weight that we seldom acknowledge. When people fall...

Unconscious Living and the Power of Self-Awareness

Unconscious Living and the Power of Self-Awareness

Imagine having one life and living it unconsciously, never realizing how much power we give away to others in order to feel "enough" or to quell our fear of abandonment. I was born into Buddhism, and I am profoundly grateful for this spiritual heritage. Practicing...

Understanding Before Judging: A Call for Empathy

Understanding Before Judging: A Call for Empathy

In today's society, it's all too common to judge those who rely on medication to cope with life's challenges. This judgment often occurs without much thought, driven by a collective belief that using drugs is inherently bad. While there are undeniable negative effects...

Unveiling the Truth: Embracing the Uncovering

Unveiling the Truth: Embracing the Uncovering

In recent times, adrienne maree brown's words, "Things are not getting worse, they are getting uncovered. We must hold each other tight and continue to pull back the veil," have struck a chord with many. This profound statement encapsulates a significant shift in our...

The Illusion of Authenticity in Political Conventions

The Illusion of Authenticity in Political Conventions

Observing political conventions often feels like watching a well-rehearsed play, where speakers tell the crowd exactly what they want to hear to elicit applause and approval. It's a space where attendees seek affirmation rather than new ideas, creating an environment...

A Reflection on Collective Ideologies

A Reflection on Collective Ideologies

In a world increasingly divided by politics, religion, and beliefs, it's easy to fall into the trap of viewing those with opposing views as "brainwashed." The viral post by Joel Rafidi succinctly captures this phenomenon, highlighting how each group perceives the...