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Why Change is a Gift, Even When You Hate It

Anyone who truly knows me knows that I am an external processor. Somehow, when the words actually come out of my mouth, when I can hear t...

Why Change is a Gift, Even When You Hate It

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Simple Garlic Bread

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20 Things I'm Doing During My Quarter Life Crisis That (Kind Of) Help

It's no secret: I don’t have a recipe book for self-discovery. I have never been in a quarter life crisis (QLC - because it sounds cooler...

20 Things I'm Doing During My Quarter Life Crisis That (kind of) Help

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Hurt People Hurt People: A Lesson About Bullies

When I was in middle school, I had the not-so-unique experience of being "friends" with someone who was cruel to me. Plainly stated, she w...

Hurt People Hurt People: A Lesson About Bullies

It is those in the most pain that inflict pain upon others. It is those with the most shame that shame others. It is those with the most sel

You Have to Forgive Yourself

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You Have To Forgive Yourself

I’ve been at an impasse for a few months now. For those of you who do "the work," you know what I’m talking about. That precipice, that u...

Spaghetti Squash With Lemon Butter Sauce

Okay, you caught me. Spaghetti squash is not technically a summer food, but this dish just feels summery. From the fresh lemon, to the li...

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