life
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🌻Things That Have Made Life Feel Okay Recently😊
It may be Autumn, but The Beach Boys are still on repeat. If Kokomo lifts my spirits, I’ll allow it to. Dry Creek Wrangler School on YouTube, and DeWayne, the channel’s creator, may be my favorite source of wisdom daily. Sometimes things are just hard, and all you have are the small things. Sometimes no…
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TMT: You don’t always need to understand your feelings 🤗
Gosh it’s been a minute! I’m so glad to return to a TMT. Things have been chaotic but TMTs bring a little routine to my life. Today’s TMT is about not understanding your feelings. I’d really love for us to have a discussion in the comments on our thoughts/ experiences with this, but sometimes feelings…
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Fall Diaries: homemade carrot cake, rain & frogs, Amazon unboxing, and autumn outfits ☕🍂
Happy September 2nd y’all! It’s time for the Fall people to thrive. Sweater weather is here! 🍁 This summer has had its fair share of gloomy days where I live, but we’re still starting Autumn with some gloom and some baked goods. Today I’ll show you my homemade carrot cake which I’ll share the recipe for,…
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TMT: I Am Now an Upperclassman in High School (This is How Life is Going)
Hello! I am glad to have you join me again for another Two Minute Talk Tuesday. Except, when you’re getting the notification that I’ve posted a TMT, it’s Thursday. Uh oh. Malfunction? Well friends, not exactly. It’s more like upperclassman life really came full force and swapped my old life out. Things have been rough.…
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TMT: Why I changed from a Bougie to Simple lifestyle and mindset
Something I never realized about myself, about 2-3 years ago, was that I craved designer handbags (and 4-5 years ago) I loved luxury for its logos. Granted I was very young at the time and was heavily influenced by fashion vloggers and celebrities. Nonetheless this is damaging to one’s sense of self. Even adults experience…
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TMT: A rant on childhood
I think a lot about the longevity of life, it’s substance and how to make the most of my childhood. There are days when all teenagers sit at home and waste away, and whenever I have one of those days I think about how if I don’t seize every day, then I’m giving up my…
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TMT: Taking extra care of the animals on our planet 🐢
Today’s topic is a result of recent events that have inspired me to discuss the lack of care many people have for our earth’s animals. I’ve seen this carelessness firsthand, as well as online. Two examples that stick out to me are: Let’s discuss number one. That baby turtle was oh-so-adorable. It was kept in…
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Music’s Effect on the Human Brain & Focus 🎧
In today’s day and age, I don’t think I know anyone who doesn’t like listening to music. But is it possible that your choice of music can affect your intelligence and wellbeing? According to Harvard Health Publishing (Medical School) survey respondents, “Of those who reported often being exposed to music as a child, 68% rated…
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TMT: People Need to be More Mindful (and you need to set boundaries)🫸
It is awful when people are intrusive of others’ privacy and overstep boundaries. I see it so often though, and “subtle clues,” don’t get others to step back. Direct confrontation seems like a terrible option that will only hurt you… so what are you supposed to do?
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TMT: Let’s talk about emotional balance 💓
Today we’re going to talk about emotional balance. I think emotional balance is super important, regardless of age. Extreme emotions can result in depression (PsychologyToday) or hypomania (MayoClinic), and other disorders.
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TMT: The Joy of the Simple Things in Life
And so, I believe we can be so much happier if we live with intention, and don’t take any moment for granted. I believe we can be happier if we truly enjoy our hot showers, and stop to close our eyes and feel the summer breeze.