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Writing
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

How I Came to Be in the Epstein Files

A chance meeting leads to a long, challenging friendship with someone who shares no common interests.
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Undoing the Distracted Life

Distractions disguise themselves, taking us further away from shore (goals), taking us away from a grounded foundation in which to build something of value in our lives.
Mindfulness
#relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
Relationships

I Finally Found the Secret Key to Getting Off in Bed. It's Not So Easily Replicated.

Seeking external validation can impact personal pleasure and satisfaction in intimate relationships.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago
Relationships

When Romance Stands Between You and the World

Melissa Febos' experience with continuous relationships revealed constraints that suffocated her individuality, prompting her to embark on a year-long journey of celibacy.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 week ago

Drag Race star Bimini and Lucy Spraggan join Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins

"I hope I can walk away feeling I've actually achieved something here, that I've really pushed myself to the edge of my boundaries and put myself in a position which is beyond something I could have even imagined a year ago," said Pineapple Dance Studios star Spence.
Television
Mindfulness
fromTiny Buddha
1 week ago

Healing Through Grief: How I Found Myself in the Metaphors of Loss and Love - Tiny Buddha

Love and emotional safety are essential for growth and healing.
fromYoga Journal
1 week ago

Mercury Retrograde Begins Tomorrow. Here's Everything You Need to Know, Including Your Horoscope

Mercury retrograde emphasizes personal reflection and alignment, inviting individuals to reconnect with their inner truths.
#personal-growth
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Relationships

Putting on my wedding ring made me look like an adult. Taking it off 12 years later made me finally feel like one.

fromBustle
1 month ago
Wellness

'Almost30' Podcast Host Krista Williams Has A Hack For Reframing Anxious Thoughts

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Relationships

Putting on my wedding ring made me look like an adult. Taking it off 12 years later made me finally feel like one.

fromBustle
1 month ago
Wellness

'Almost30' Podcast Host Krista Williams Has A Hack For Reframing Anxious Thoughts

fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Four Letters of Love review: Irish actors who are unable to do Irish accents is becoming a worrying trend

William abandons his stable civil service job to pursue a life as an itinerant landscape artist on the Irish west coast.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Purity Ring: the 10 funniest things I have ever seen (on the internet)

There's something about a good joke or a meme...where it sticks in our minds for years and we can draw from it for a certain feeling.
Digital life
#celibacy
fromCreative Bloq
2 weeks ago

This sculptor made life his muse - here's what we can all learn

Becoming a father at 38 catalyzed Simon Lee’s passion for art, transforming him from a business-oriented mindset to embracing a professional art career.
Artificial intelligence
fromTiny Buddha
2 weeks ago

How Getting Dressed Became a Love Letter to Myself - Tiny Buddha

Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak. After a breakup, a woman reflects on her lost sense of self through her clothing choices.
Fashion & style
#astrology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

My cultural awakening: I joined Danny Wallace's accidental positivity cult and found the love of my life

Join Me chronicles the journey of starting a positivity cult through simple acts of kindness initiated by Danny Wallace, which became a sense of community for many.
Relationships
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
2 weeks ago

Too Much Recap: Testing, Testing

Jess and Felix's whirlwind romance is vulnerable to societal pressures as they navigate their relationship in front of others.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Too Much Recap: Complex Female Character

The journey of self-determination is essential, as characters must learn to be true to themselves rather than conforming to expectations of who they think they should be.
Film
#lgbtq
#travel
Mindfulness
fromCN Traveller
3 weeks ago

On a healing journey in Sedona, motherhood lost and found

A writer's journey to a destination spa becomes a means to confront unresolved grief over her mother's traumatic passing.
#fashion
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Madison McFerrin describes the power of finding her own voice and sound

Madison McFerrin's new album, 'Scorpio,' represents her journey of finding her own voice, especially after her engagement to a longtime partner fell apart.
Music
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Growing Up, I Didn't Realize I Was Gay. Then Seven Straight Guys and I Went to Colonial Williamsburg.

That night, surrounded by seventh-grade boys, I learned to navigate my feelings in an environment where masculinity was displayed so brazenly, yet so innocently.
SF LGBT
Mindfulness
fromHackernoon
4 years ago

Reality Is a Shared Delusion - Pick a Better One | HackerNoon

Choose delusion over consensus reality; the limitations held by society are mere constructs.
Women
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Stand in Truth: When Success Feels Like a Beautiful Prison

Women are increasingly listening to their inner voices, leading to strong decisions and transitions.
fromFuncheap
4 weeks ago

Abbot Jiryu Rutschman-Byler - Becoming Yourself

Shunryu Suzuki Roshi's 'Becoming Yourself' inspires both new and experienced practitioners with teachings on authenticity and self-discovery.
fromPitchfork
4 weeks ago

Frankie Cosmos: Different Talking

Greta Kline's new album explores aging and self-discovery through collaborative creativity, blending nostalgia with maturity in her songwriting.
#identity
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

An Unexpected Upside Of Divorce? Scheduled Alone Time

Divorce can provide unexpected opportunities for self-discovery and personal time for parents.
Yoga
fromYoga Journal
1 month ago

This Book Is a Manual For Incorporating Yoga Into Your Everyday Life

Yoga transcends mere physical practice when it is personalized and integrated into everyday life.
fromForbes
1 month ago

What To Keep In Mind When Dating Abroad, According To Experts

Dating abroad can deepen cultural understanding and self-discovery, beyond just romance.
Bicycling
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
1 month ago

What Mile 200 Taught Me About Grit, Grace, and the Sunrise

Achieving personal milestones transforms you, representing hard work, commitment, and self-discovery beyond the physical challenge.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A moment that changed me: I had a wild London party life until I met a man who lived on a houseboat

Georgina's unexpected transition from a chaotic city life to finding joy living on a houseboat with her partner, James.
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

How one trans veteran secretly transitioned under Trump's first presidency

"If [music] had anything but piano and organ, like if it had electric guitar or drums, it was considered Satanic or bad," he says, highlighting the extremism of his parents' beliefs. "We weren't allowed to go to movie theaters, we weren't allowed to watch movies, we didn't have TV. All the girls in our house had to wear skirts ... even to bed, I had to wear skirts."
SF LGBT
fromTiny Buddha
1 month ago

What My First Heartbreak Revealed About My Self-Worth - Tiny Buddha

"The true source of my pain—the visceral agony of the weeks that followed—was not about him at all. It was about what his rejection confirmed for me. I'm not enough."
Relationships
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Rethinking Confidence in the Therapy Room

Confidence includes doubt, not the absence of it.
Growth comes through self-forgiveness, not perfection.
You're not here to fix - just to walk alongside.
Authenticity is your most powerful tool in session.
Berlin music
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 month ago

Video Premiere: Fletchy Boy - Wrong Role - KALTBLUT Magazine

Fletchy Boy's debut single 'Wrong Role' highlights a journey of self-discovery while urging authenticity amidst fluid identities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The one change that worked: A friend pulled out of a trip and it left me with a newfound love of solo travel

Travelling solo is a pleasure, a tonic, and occasionally a character-building experience. It teaches independence and offers a personal connection to surroundings.
Travel
Parenting
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

35 Kids Who Learned The Painful Truth That Their Family Was "Off"

Many individuals have pivotal moments that reveal family trauma, leading to personal revelations and the quest for healing.
Music
fromBustle
1 month ago

Jake Wesley Rogers Plays This Stevie Nicks Song Before Every Important Meeting

Jake Wesley Rogers blends gospel and glam-rock into impactful anthems, inspired by legendary artists, as he navigates his identity and life experiences.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

These evangelical men saved sex for marriage they weren't well prepared

Self-reflection at age 40 led Matt to confront sexual shame from a strict upbringing.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Why the 'Midlife Crisis' Is Just a Moment for Reinvention | Entrepreneur

Midlife shifts should be viewed as rebranding opportunities rather than crises.
Retirement
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

I Said One Little Word At Work. It Got Me Fired.

Setting personal boundaries is crucial for happiness and maintaining healthy relationships.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Benefits of Refusing

Melissa Febos' memoir illustrates how saying no opens up new possibilities and perceptions, emphasizing the importance of conscious choices in life.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Seven Books for People Figuring Out Their Next Move

A well-lived life isn't always perfectly navigated; many find themselves rudderless after joyful milestones or unwanted changes, prompting the search for guidance in books and friends.
Everyday cooking
fromKotaku
1 month ago

The Alters Rewards Multiple Playthroughs With Its Strange Journey Of Self-Discovery

The Alters combines base building and sim management in a sci-fi narrative about self-discovery, following Jan as he navigates life and survival on an alien planet.
Video games
fromTiny Buddha
1 month ago

How I Learned to Trust Myself One Small, Simple Step at a Time - Tiny Buddha

Trusting oneself is a crucial step towards personal change and empowerment.
fromVariety
1 month ago

Amy Schumer on Her Tribeca Doc 'Room to Move': 'We Want To Destigmatize Autism'

Chris' story made me reflect on my own life. I realized that I shared many traits with him that I had never connected to autism.
Film
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jane Austen Wrecked My Life review witty, well-played French comedy in a Bridget Jones vein

The film offers a contemporary twist on Jane Austen themes through an aspiring writer's journey of self-discovery.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I had my first chat with a financial advisor over hushed tones at work. Now, I'm helping other women find the confidence I lacked.

Navigating adulthood can be challenging, especially when faced with new responsibilities like financial planning.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A moment that changed me: I went to a death cafe and learned how to live a much happier life

The importance of embracing life and open conversations about death can lead to valuable personal insights.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Defining and Finding Our Authentic Self

I feel like a shell, or sometimes like a willow tree. I feel blown around by the winds of life.
Wellness
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I'm Finally Ready to Enter My Promiscuity Era. But There's a Catch.

Identify your motivations for exploring new sexual experiences.
Consider the degree of intimacy you seek with partners.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I got married and started my career young. When I got divorced and quit my job, I compared myself to others.

I compared myself to my best friend, who I felt was doing life milestones the "right" way.
Relationships
Women
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Menopause: The Ultimate Life Upgrade No One Talks About

Menopause can be reframed as a positive transition rather than a loss.
It can act as a catalyst for personal reinvention.
This stage of life offers opportunities for self-discovery and wellness.
Mindfulness
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Days-Long 'Dark Retreats' Are the Newest Spiritual Conquest for Tech Elites

Pitch-black retreats are extreme spiritual experiences that can provoke intense psychological reactions.
Celebrities and tech founders seek self-discovery through extreme practices like darkness retreats.
#tarot
Mental health
frombmmagazine.co.uk
1 month ago

The Healing Power of Anonymous Chat: A Safe Space for Mental Wellness

Anonymous chat rooms enable safe, judgment-free discussions about mental health, fostering connection and understanding.
Growth hacking
fromForbes
2 months ago

5 ChatGPT Prompts To Reveal What You're Really Afraid Of

Confronting hidden fears can accelerate business transformation more effectively than traditional strategies.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The North review old friends' trek through the Highlands might be the ultimate hiking film

The film uniquely explores friendship and personal struggles through the metaphor of a long-distance hike.
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

My Pubic Hair Is Gone & I'm Devastated

After years of shaving my pubic hair, I was shocked when I discovered one day that it just disappeared entirely. Nothing could prepare me for that.
Women
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
2 months ago

Press Play: Nicklas Sahl - Trampoline - KALTBLUT Magazine

I'm a real people pleaser-I often prioritize the needs of others over my own and carry a constant concern for their well-being. While that can be a beautiful human superpower, my fixation on pleasing everyone sometimes leads me away from my true self.
Berlin music
fromWho What Wear
2 months ago

Nikki Glaser's 3 No-Fail Tricks for an Instant Glow-Up-Plus, Why It Pays to Be a Try-Hard

Nikki Glaser uses her comedic platform to address beauty standards and her journey of self-discovery amidst sexism in comedy.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Writing Your Way Through Emotional Triggers

Writing about past triggers improves mental and physical health.
Recognizing childhood emotions helps in current emotional regulation.
Simple exercises can enhance emotional well-being.
#romantic-comedy
fromInverse
2 months ago

How 2025's Most Mind-Bending Thriller Revolutionizes The Vampire Movie

"To be honest with you, I didn't have confidence that I could do comedy well... I've done so many years of very serious roles that I was actually petrified, because comedy is really hard. You can't be saved."
Independent films
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

11 Ways to Express Your Autonomy

We all face real constraints, but most of us also allow ourselves to be boxed in by imaginary ones. You might feel like invisible hands are holding you back.
Bootstrapping
fromScooter in the Sticks
2 months ago

Notes from the Sticks - Scooter in the Sticks

Balancing daily responsibilities with personal passions can be challenging, yet fulfilling. Channeling focus like a dog can enhance well-being.
fromVulture
2 months ago

Morgan Wallen Has Hit a Wall of His Own Making

Morgan Wallen's personal struggles intertwine with his music, reflecting a journey of self-exploration and the public's varied responses to his behavior.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

This award-winning podcast explores finding happiness as a young, single person

Her conversations with Small, she said, changed her perspective on love, romance and friendships. He became the main character in Just Friends, the grand-prize winner of this year's NPR College Podcast Challenge.
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