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Service

“I’ve been living in service of certain ideas—the status quo—trying to explain myself constantly and create a palatable narrative of what I am. And I don’t want to do that.” – Greta Lee Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the … Continue reading

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Self-Identified Shopaholic

How can you change your relationship with shopping if you’re constantly overspending? It takes a lot of inner work, mindfulness, and reflection on how you feel while you’re shopping to identify the reason you’re shopping to begin with. It often … Continue reading

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What To Say to Someone Who is Grieving?

Kind words I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I had the right words; just know I care. I don’t know how you feel, but I am here to help in any way that I can. And some … Continue reading

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Grief

As a caregiver to a loved one with a terminal illness, I wish to add two recommendations on how people should NOT respond to this news: First, do not minimize the illness! Second, do not intrude on others’ privacy (“I … Continue reading

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Etiquette Lessons: Social Media

Can You Post Images on Social Media of a Holiday Party You’re Attending? Posting photos of the cocktail soiree you are attending can make things awkward for your host, says Parker. “The host might not want people to know about … Continue reading

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