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Testimony

I’m a fucking dictionary of trauma,” she says. “Sharing my most vulnerable moments has only ever helped me unite with others. Telling stories makes us feel less alone. – Amanda De Cadnet Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments … Continue reading

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A Warning About Neighbors

The Bible says to “love thy neighbor,” but I took that advice too far, dating a man from down the street before we mutually ghosted each other. (During a Canadian winter, we mistakenly prized the convenience of proximity over compatibility.) … Continue reading

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Creating More Time in the Day

1/ Create transitions. :“I realized I actually miss my commute; it provided a mental break and preparation time for the day. So now I re-create the feeling by starting and ending my day with a mock commute, by walking or … Continue reading

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Social Workers

One of the hardest yet most vital actions social workers can take is to step back and allow crossover youth, their families, and their communities take the lead in voicing what is best for them, Gilbreath says. “Those closest to … Continue reading

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Flex Time

No longer having to rush out the door means I can be more deliberate about my morning routine. Instead of packing my lunch and shoveling food into my face before running for the train. I now take about 30 minutes … Continue reading

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