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Confidence

“I’ve always been confident. I am unapologetic.I stay firm on what I believe in, and, being a Black woman, I can do whatever I put my mind to.” – Angel Reese

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Reflections on Confidence

Getting ahead in a difficult profession requires avid faith in yourself. That is why some people with mediocre talent, but with great inner drive, go so much further than people with vastly superior talent. —Sophia Loren ‘Self-esteem isn’t everything; it’s just that … Continue reading

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Marriage

Marriage is fucking hard… you have to understand nobody is perfect. And you have to decide: Can I live with this? Can we work with each other on this, or is this a deal breaker? Force yourself to notice if … Continue reading

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The Purchase

Tell us about a recent purchase that felt like an investment.I never saw my immigrant parents invest in expensive items. They were worried about giving us a better life. After carrying my cash and cards in a passport holder for … Continue reading

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All the Exercise

I’ve always been a very confident person and very accepting of my body. I’ve been a thin person all my life and I have not been able to get over 125 pounds for 10 years. But I was also celibate … Continue reading

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