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You’re Too Sensitive: The Pain of Feeling Misunderstood May 18, 2025

“You’re too sensitive.”

If you heard that phrase growing up, you know how much it stings. It may have been said casually, even jokingly. But over time, those three words can chip away at your confidence and leave you questioning your own feelings.

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Why Do I Keep Trying? The Pain of Feeling Misunderstood by Family May 11, 2025

You speak up. You try again. You extend grace, even when it’s not returned. And still, your family doesn’t get it—and worse, they make you feel like you’re wrong for even trying.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why do I keep trying?”—you’re not alon...

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Giving Ourselves the Grace to Just Stop May 04, 2025

Guest Blog Written by Nicolette Lazarus, founder of Womanship — a safe, supportive space where women connect, Share more. Worry less. Womanship brings together verified health and wellness professionals, trusted content, and restorative events to hel...

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The Courage to Be More: Allowing Yourself to Feel Whole Apr 27, 2025

Courage is often seen as something external—the willingness to take risks, to face challenges, to stand strong in the face of fear. But there’s another kind of courage that’s just as powerful, if not more so: the courage to allow yourself to be whole...

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Cultivating Ease: Simple Shifts to Reduce Stress and Overwhelm Apr 20, 2025

Every year, I choose a word to guide me—a single word to set the tone for the months ahead. In January, many people talk about their word of the year with enthusiasm, but as the year goes on, that focus often fades. The power of the word isn’t in cho...

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Overwhelm is Real: Here’s What You Can Do About It Apr 13, 2025

Jennifer has five kids, and she struggles—every single day—to get them out the door on time. “Get your shoes on! It’s time to go! Hurry, we’re late!” she yells, her voice rising with frustration.

Inevitably, she arrives 30 minutes late to wherever s...

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