self-care

"Compassion for myself is not a thing I do." (image credit: Mariah Aro Sharp @mightymooseart)

When You Feel Like You're Failing, Stop For Compassion

Compassion for myself is not a thing I do. It is not a thing I have ever done. It is not a thing I feel comfortable doing. It's time I stop for compassion.

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You might not understand but exercise is my way of controlling my chronic illness.

Exercise Is My Way Of Controlling My Chronic Illness

Exercise is empowering for me as a disabled person, which is why I persevere. Exercise is my way of controlling my chronic illness.

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Connecting to your own self is paramount to connecting to the practice, (image credit: Mariah Aro Sharp @mightymooseart)

BBA 2.0: The Self Check-In

Resistance to diving in deeper is normal, and it’s also totally okay. It's important to stop everything, lay down, breathe and do a self check-in.

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I don't want to be a horrible friend but I want out.

Ask Erin: Am I A Horrible Friend?

I'm seriously considering exiting a friendship. My friend is in an emotionally abusive marriage. I don't want to be a horrible friend but I want out.

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You don’t have to do it all in order to have a fun or memorable holiday season.

5 Ways To Simplify Your Holiday Season

You don’t have to do it all in order to have a fun or memorable holiday season. Just do the things that bring you life and make your soul sparkle a little.

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Being single again isn’t terrifying; it’s an opportunity to love yourself!

46 Reasons I'm Happy I'm Single Again

If we stopped buying into the idea that it takes a relationship to be whole, we’d all be better people. I'm happy I'm single!

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At 36 years old, I’m starting to come to terms with the fact that I may never have kids.

I'm 36 And I May Never Have Kids

Mostly, I feel happy with the freedom in my life. I exercise when I want, write, cook, read, and have peace from chaos. I'm 36 and I may never have kids.

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What I Learned About Self-Care After Turning 30

I was so consumed with being selfless that I never stopped to take care of myself, and it all came to a head. Now after turning 30 things have changed!

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