Tag: mental-health
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Discover Your Purpose
Do you ever find yourself thinking about what you were meant to do with your life? From a young age, I’ve always wanted to inspire others. I loved dancing on stages, performing songs for my family after dinners, and wearing extravagant outfits to school that my mom would laugh at and take pictures of. I…
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Part Three: How to Earn Respect as the Youngest in the Room
Taking on a managerial role so early in my career meant I had to grow into it quickly. Some people hesitated to take me seriously because of my age, while others promptly trusted me to get the job done. Earning respect as a young leader takes intentional effort. A title alone doesn’t guarantee credibility, especially…
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A Hard Truth: You Might Be the Cause of Your Own Burnout
Burnout has almost become expected in today’s hustle culture. We glorify being busy, staying late, and always saying yes… until we crash. As I grow in my career, I’ve learned how easy it is to fall into that trap. Recently, I sat down with my boss and straight-up asked him, “Do you like your job?”…
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Boundaries at Work: My Key to Thriving, Not Surviving
I used to think being a good employee meant always saying “yes.”I’d answer emails after hours, take calls in the middle of the night, and even ask to help with more projects. I covered shifts, wore my busyness like a badge of honor, and believed that hard work always pays off. And while it does…
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The 3–5 P.M. Slump Survival Guide
It’s 3:27 p.m. on a Wednesday. You’ve stared at the same cells in your spreadsheet for so long you started naming them. The ring of condensation on your desk is the only remnant of your coffee left. Watching the clock hit 5 p.m. is your only will to live. We all know the 3-5 p.m.…
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Thriving Isn’t Linear: Learning to Love the Ups and Downs
The Instagram Highlights Are Lies Going through life has taught me that it can be ugly sometimes. Life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. It’s okay to have crooked, messy, in-progress parts. And the biggest thing to acknowledge? Social media is fake.Of course, everyone is going to post their best-edited picture. Of course, they’ll share their…
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What My Daily Routine Actually Looks Like (and Why It’s Flexible)
The Myth of the Perfect Routine We all have that one favorite influencer who posts their 6 a.m. “that girl” routine videos. I’ve fallen down the longgg rabbit hole of trying to find the perfect routine that works for me. In reality, I’ve learned that not having a strict routine is what works best. As…
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Beyond the Job Title: Why Sharing Hobbies Builds Stronger Workplaces
Bringing your hobbies into your work life can make your career feel more fulfilling and personal. Your job should reflect you, not replace you. No matter what your job title is, you were hired for more than your resume. You were hired for your perspective, your creativity, and your individuality. You never want to lose…
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The Art of Doing Less: Saying No to Make Space for Yes
Saying “no” can feel uncomfortable, especially if you love saying yes to new opportunities like me. I love being busy; I love feeling productive. But sometimes, being busy doesn’t mean being fulfilled. In fact, constantly saying yes can leave us with less room for the things that matter most. When our days are packed, we…
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Redefining Success: Through Your Own Lens
The definition of success is “the accomplishment of an aim or purpose.” Society usually measures it by wealth, status, possessions, and career milestones. Basically, the more money you have, the more “successful” you are… right? We’ve all heard the saying, “money doesn’t buy happiness.” I used to roll my eyes at that. I mean, tell…
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