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fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Dying Poet Who Knew How to Live

Facing terminal illness led Andrea Gibson to embrace joy and the fleeting nature of life.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Too Much Season-Finale Recap: Grand Romantic Gestures

Jess's emotional journey leads to self-acceptance and the realization that she can love and be loved despite her flaws.
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Getting Fired From Marvel Helped James Gunn Feel Love 'for the First Time'

Gunn learned that everything he had done was really to be rich and famous so that people would love him, revealing deeper personal insights after his firing.
Film
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
1 month ago

Farts, See-Through Leggings, and 22 Other Embarrassing Moments From Yoga Class

Embarrassing moments in yoga classes are common and relatable to both students and teachers.
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fromIndependent
1 month ago
SF LGBT

LGBTQ+ letter by letter: 'Pride has become a universal message for all outcasts - it will get better'

SF LGBT
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Family Rejection Contributes to Homelessness of LGBTQ Youth

Family rejection greatly increases homelessness rates among LGBTQ+ youth.
Almost half of LGBTQ youth in foster care face family rejection after coming out.
Improved policies and education can enhance safety for LGBTQ+ survivors.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
SF LGBT

LGBTQ+ letter by letter: 'Pride has become a universal message for all outcasts - it will get better'

SF LGBT
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

Powerful Video Shows How A Pastor Mom Has Accepted Her LGBTQ+ Daughter

Acceptance between faith and queerness is vital for familial relationships and support.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Notes from a nursing home: We don't speak of sadness here'

I sit in my room in this nursing home near Sydney, a box of four walls that holds all I now call my own. Two suitcases could carry it.
Mental health
#personal-growth
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Making Your Peace With a World You Don't Agree With

You can change your life narrative, but not others' actions or behaviors.
Acceptance of others is crucial to avoiding chronic negative emotions.
Focusing on life's gaps between ideals and reality fosters guilt and worry.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Making Your Peace With a World You Don't Agree With

You can change your life narrative, but not others' actions or behaviors.
Acceptance of others is crucial to avoiding chronic negative emotions.
Focusing on life's gaps between ideals and reality fosters guilt and worry.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Children's and teens roundup the best new picture books and novels

The article reviews various children's picture books centered on themes of friendship, acceptance, and creativity.
Mindfulness
fromTiny Buddha
1 month ago

Walking My Mother Home: On Aging, Love, and Letting Go - Tiny Buddha

The act of caring for an elderly loved one involves learning to balance holding on while also letting go.
fromBronx Times
1 month ago

'Our Existence Is Resistance': Bronx Pride Returns Strong in 2025 - Bronx Times

Bronx Pride March showcases LGBTQ+ resilience, unity, and the celebration of acceptance in the Bronx community.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Staying Optimistic in the Midst of Chaos and Grief

Real optimism starts with honesty. With allowing ourselves to feel what is true, even in times of chaos and uncertainty.
Mindfulness
#pride-month
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Reality Bites: Confronting the Finality of Loss

Loss is a continual process that feels incomprehensible and surreal, requiring gradual acceptance of the painful reality.
Portland food
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This U.S. City Is Redefining Inclusive Travel for Plus-size Visitors

Portland, Oregon, offers an inclusive travel experience for plus-size individuals, emphasizing comfort, acceptance, and body positivity.
Dining
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Review: The Cake' bakes up a clash of cultures in San Jose

Della's conservative views clash with her personal connections, highlighting the struggle for acceptance in the context of a changing social landscape.
#lgbtq-rights
SF music
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Aussie rockers Speed voice resistance with guitar licks, growls and love

Speed's debut album 'Only One Mode' delivers a blend of aggressive hardcore music with themes of love and acceptance.
#relationships
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Should Mindfulness Be Nonjudgmental?

Mindfulness requires humility, recognizing inherent human equality.
Dynamic calmness is essential for balanced human flourishing.
Judgment plays a role in traditional Buddhist mindfulness practices.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Finding Peace When Life Feels Unfair

True power lies in managing thoughts and reactions during overwhelming challenges.
Acceptance of unchangeable situations is essential for inner peace.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are Heartbroken After Gabrielle Union Said She Felt Like A "Failure" For Using A Surrogate

Gabrielle expresses that she will never fully accept her past experiences regarding motherhood.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Acceptance and Gravity in Creative Thinking

Creativity involves acceptance and reflection before action.
Creative ideas often develop incrementally rather than as sudden bursts of inspiration.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

I Loved the Book Stellaluna While Growing Up, Now I Know Why

Stellaluna's journey of belonging reflects the struggles of feeling different, akin to my experiences growing up struggling with social norms as an autistic child.
Parenting
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Why does RFK Jr want to put my family on an autism registry'? | Deborah Bloom

The author has learned to embrace their parents' neurodivergence as unique attributes rather than flaws.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

What If You Didn't Need to Feel Better to Live Better?

Experiential avoidance and attachment hinder emotional insight and personal freedom.
Embracing acceptance allows meaningful action without needing to fix emotions first.
Feeling better is not a prerequisite for living better; initiate with values that matter.
fromBustle
3 months ago

A Tarot Reading For Tuesday, April 22

Instead of worrying about all of life's "what ifs," trust that you'll be able to handle whatever comes your way.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How to Stay Centered in a World That Feels Unbearable

Acceptance means recognizing that your current reality is exactly what you're experiencing. It is embracing yourself, your life, and others as they are—not as you wish they were.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

"Let Them" Doesn't Mean "Forgive Them"

Acceptance is recognizing others' actions and emotions without the need to control or change them. It allows for personal peace while setting boundaries.
Mental health
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Making Peace With the Unknown

Embrace the unknown in life, letting go of control and expectations.
Anthropomorphizing life fosters a deeper connection to experiences.
Letting go of striving for perfection allows acceptance of life's unpredictability.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

It takes a village to raise a child, but what if the village votes red?

The presence of political and religious symbols can evoke fear and uncertainty for those who feel marginalized.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

An Existential Perspective on Tariff Anxiety

Anxiety about life aspects like finances and politics is normal.
Acceptance of uncertainty aids in coping with anxiety.
A broader focus on life dimensions can prevent fixation.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Why So Many of Our Habits Are a Source of Suffering

Habits can lead to dissatisfaction, but they can be changed.
Life acceptance, including unpleasant experiences, is challenging yet crucial.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Best Mindfulness Tool for Managing Difficult Emotions

Chronic stress in children leads to long-term difficulties in emotional regulation.
Acceptance is essential for understanding and managing emotions effectively.
#parenting
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

If You Resent Parenthood, You're Not Alone (But One Mindset Shift Can Help)

Parenting is challenging, often leading to feelings of resentment, but acceptance can shift one’s perspective for a more enjoyable experience.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago

If You Resent Parenthood, You're Not Alone (But One Mindset Shift Can Help)

Parenting is challenging, often leading to feelings of resentment, but acceptance can shift one’s perspective for a more enjoyable experience.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Opinion | My Brother Has Down Syndrome. This Is How People See Him.

Jonatas Rubert reflects on his experiences growing up with his brother Tiago, who has Down syndrome, and challenges societal perceptions that treat Tiago as different.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Are You Prepared to Grow Older?

Aging gracefully involves accepting and embracing the physical changes as a natural part of life, rather than constantly seeking youthfulness.
Mental health
fromVulture
4 months ago

Gagged Goggins Is the Reaction Meme for Our Confusing Times

Exploration of desire and subsequent acceptance of one’s nature is a central theme of the dialogue.
The article reflects on the absurdity and excesses of contemporary life as portrayed in pop culture.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Conditional Self-Worth vs. Unconditional Self-Worth

Achievements don’t determine our self-worth; we are okay just as we are.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Is There Value in Asking "What If"?

Chronic illness shapes one’s perspective, prompting reflections on lost time, possibilities, and the struggle to find meaning amidst uncertainty.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

'Snow White' actor 'disappointed in the world' after Disney scales back premiere

Martin Klebba expresses disappointment over scaled-back premiere for 'Snow White' due to controversies but understands Disney's decision.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

The Two Deadly Demands That Destroy Romantic Relationships

Forcing partners to change their fundamental nature breeds resentment and emotional distance.
Asking a partner to pick between you and their loved ones can lead to deep-rooted issues. It is vital to foster respect and acceptance.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

How We Create Our Own Unhappiness and How to Stop

Life involves inevitable suffering, often exacerbated by our resistance to it.
Our reactions to life's challenges can create additional unhappiness.
Acknowledging and accepting reality can lessen our emotional distress.
Mindfulness
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Anna was overwhelmed by the administrative burden of her job. Self-compassion was the answer | Gill Straker and Jacqui Winship

Therapeutic change relies on the balance of acceptance and change.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Meet the Trans Troops the Trump Administration Is Barring

Transgender service members experience acceptance in the military, contradicting negative political narratives surrounding their service.
Mindfulness
fromBig Think
5 months ago

Turn life's disruptions into a path forward with this 2-step process

Accepting life's unpredictable changes can lead to unexpected opportunities.
UK news
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

A Woman Who Was On The Overturned Delta Flight Described The Harrowing Experience In Detail

Experiencing shock can lead to numbness and acceptance after a traumatic event.
The author felt a sense of acceptance rather than trauma during the crash.
Loss can be overwhelming, leaving the individual with only essential items.
fromVulture
6 months ago

Queer Men Grapple With Seeing Themselves in Plainclothes and Twinless

The film is a story of acceptance and self-discovery, an opportunity to tell my truth; it's also about killing the camera that exists in your head.
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Writing
fromTODAY.com
6 months ago

'Why do you use that thing?' My daughter who uses a wheelchair had the perfect response

Children's innocent curiosity can lead to understanding and acceptance of differences.
fromAdvocate.com
8 months ago

How Kelly Clarkson and her trans producer Caragh Donley are championing transgender lives

The Kelly Clarkson Show promotes acceptance for the trans community, exemplified by producer Caragh Donley's positive experience after coming out.
Writing
fromBuzzFeed
9 months ago

The First Time I Peed On My Boyfriend's Floor, I Was Mortified. Then It Kept Happening.

Urine incontinence due to laughter highlights both vulnerability and joy in intimate relationships.
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