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Oh man. About to really get out of my comfort zone with this.
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I’m not seeking compassion, and I’m definitely not wanting pity.
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Lately I’ve really been emphasizing (and feeling) the importance of separating your worth

“Change happens with people in privilege as protectors.”
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I heard this (I forgot the originator 🙈) and it really struck me.
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Do you feel the responsibility in that? Yes, you. It applies to me, too. You, me, and the rest of u

Obedience. It's something we [typically] praise and demand with our youth. "Do as I say." "Accept what I tell you."
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We can communicate this directly or indirectly. At school and at home.
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Yet…we want them to

NO ONE but you knows ALL of your wins.
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No one but you knows each time you override a snap judgment, or grant yourself grace, or soften toward a situation/person.
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Only you know ALL of your victories, big and small. So get used to ackno

NEW podcast episode! Another hard-hitting and stellar conversation in my ongoing series on addiction.

Today’s guest is Hallie Hanohano-Erickson ( @hanohaha ) who shares her perspective of a loved one watching her brother and “brother-in-

We’re exposed to more today in 24 hours than people were in their whole lifetime 25 years ago. (Per a study cited by Jay Shetty on his podcast. Disclaimer: I tried but couldn’t find the study).
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But if you think about it, it makes s

There are many experiences/activities I avoid because of safety concerns.

Not only that, I (and most women) have certain habits and precautions and considerations for mere daily life, for something as simple as a trip to the grocery store.

Things

I’ve royally screwed up.
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I’ve been the villain. The brat. I’ve been the victim. I’ve been the _____ (take your pick of labels). As have virtually all of us.
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But we’re more than that. And I do mean that co