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Speaking Out

If I waited to be right before I spoke, I would be sending little cryptic messages on the Ouija board, complaints from the other side. — Audre Lorde It’s hard to fight an enemy who has outposts in your head.—Sally Kempton  Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks … Continue reading

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The Voice of the Father

My friend’s father died recently. When he got sick, his condition deteriorated quickly, and in a matter of days he was gone. My friend and his dad always had a strong relationship, but there were still so many questions to … Continue reading

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Love

Love is not always romance. Love is care, support, checking in, and checking on. Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the real life wisdom on to others as I embark on this new … Continue reading

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What is it Like to Live with Dementia?

James Tomlinson in Bedford, England“It’s just frightening. I get hallucinations where I think there are ghosts living in our garden. But my world seems to take on several dimensions. So I don’t know which house I’m in.” Tommy Dunne in Liverpool, England“[Words] … Continue reading

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According to a therapist: Getting Started

One common misconception is that therapy is only necessary after tragic events: a soldier returning from war or a person on the verge of suicide. Therapy doesn’t have to wait for a “big enough” crisis. Experts say it can help … Continue reading

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