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#self-discovery

Marketing

The Content Marketer's Dilemma: Finding myself between connecting and selling

Dissatisfaction with current path can lead to positive change, embrace self-discovery for personal growth. [ more ]

The New Yorker

3 weeks ago

Joyce Carol Oates on Life as a Mystery

The story explores the mysteries and complexities of human personalities following significant life events, delving into the depths of relationships and the unknown aspects within them. [ more ]

www.npr.org

4 weeks ago

In 'Like Happiness,' a woman struggles to define a past, destructive relationship

Exploration of complex relationships and personal growth. [ more ]

www.housingwire.com

Opinion: Real estate brokers, you don't need leaders who are your clones

Leaders should guide others towards understanding their true selves, not replicate themselves.

Learning from leaders is important, but becoming someone else is not ideal. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

I accept myself for who I am': people at 40 on what life has taught them so far

The author embarked on a project to find 40 people born in the same year as them to explore how they felt about turning 40.

Through this project, the author discovered more about themselves and the experiences of others, and also reflected on their own achievements and aspirations. [ more ]

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The New York Review of Books

Books

'She Talk Her Mind' | Edward Mendelson

Zadie Smith wrote her first play because she felt pressured to do so for her hometown's Borough of Culture campaign.

The play was originally meant to be a monologue based on The Canterbury Tales, but it evolved into a full play. [ more ]

Juxtapoz

Juxtapoz Magazine - Behind That Slightly Sinister Smile: An Interview with Amalia Angulo

Amalia Angulo finds inspiration in the ominous undertones of advertising campaigns from the 1950s.

Her work explores feelings of inadequacy and experiences that she is trying to overcome. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Harriette Cole: How my teenager emerged from her dark place

1. Embrace change and the opportunities it brings.

2. Comparing yourself to others can be detrimental to your own progress. [ more ]

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The Atlantic

4 days ago

Six Books That Explore What's Out There

Humans are driven to explore the unknown for various reasons, such as curiosity, adventure, and self-discovery. [ more ]

San Francisco Bay Times

11 hours ago

Top of Your Stack 5.9.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Late Bloomer is a sapphic romance with a focus on self-discovery and new beginnings. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

The best recent poetry review roundup

Waterman's collection navigates poignant elegies and midlife reflections subtly, offering profound insights on loss, memory, and self-discovery through poetry. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Blackbird Blackbird Blackberry review a gentle gem about late-life love and loneliness

Highlighting the transformative power of love amidst loneliness and life's challenges. [ more ]

The Atlantic

What I Wish Someone Had Told Me 30 Years Ago

Focus on big things in life; transformation and success are possible even after being an underachiever. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

I was having a much better time as a girl in that parallel life': how an app sparked a late-life gender transition

The author's experience with a gender-swapping app led to a profound self-realization.

The transformation into a woman revealed a sense of relief and authenticity for the author. [ more ]

BuzzFeed

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Single, Childless Men Over 30 Are Sharing What Their Lives Are Really Like, And It's Proof Happiness Isn't One-Size-Fits-All

Finding oneself post-breakup is an opportunity for personal growth and self-discovery. [ more ]

BrooklynVegan

2 weeks ago

Music

Jana Mila preps debut album for New West (hear "Somebody New")

Jana Mila's debut album 'Chameleon' reflects on personal growth and self-discovery through heartfelt lyrics and expressive vocals. [ more ]

Pitchfork

Music

Watch Paramore's New "Thick Skull" Video

Being in a band involves vulnerability and self-discovery through music creation.

Growing up involves letting go of the need for validation and fitting into a specific mold. [ more ]

Pitchfork

Music

Montanera: A Flor de Piel

A Flor de Piel is an album that combines Colombian folk music with modern electronic elements.

The album explores themes of rebirth, transformation, and self-discovery through water and flora motifs. [ more ]

Tiny Buddha

The Surprising Way a Breakup Can Help Heal Your Heart - Tiny Buddha

Unwanted breakup can unveil deep shadows within.

Looking within leads to awakening, while looking outside brings dreams. [ more ]

SWITCH

Uncovering your ultimate goals by taking a Big Leap

Identify the Big Leap in order to overcome barriers and become a more impactful leader.

A leadership coach can help guide leaders in discovering their ultimate goals and objectives. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

I think I might like a guy, but I'm still in high school. I want to date him but should I just wait? | Leading questions

It's important to start living and experiencing relationships now, rather than waiting for the future.

You can learn about yourself and what you want in a partner through experience. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

If you want to be happier, you should write a life brief'

Sometimes, despite having a seemingly perfect life, you can still feel unsettled and like there's something missing.

Creating a life brief, a document that helps you clarify your values and goals, can help you find clarity and unlock possibility in your life. [ more ]

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Books

'The Tree Doctor' chronicles one woman's response to a series of life-changing crises

The protagonist's journey in 'The Tree Doctor' emphasizes self-discovery and the need to prioritize personal well-being over external responsibilities. [ more ]

time.com

5 months ago

Books

The 10 Best Fiction Books of 2023

The article discusses the 10 best fiction books of 2023.

The books feature diverse protagonists on journeys of self-discovery and personal growth. [ more ]

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Mental health

The one question we all need to ask ourselves and how to tune in to the answer

The question 'what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?' can serve as a dare to think about building a better life.

Learning to listen to others without judgment and understanding the humanity that surrounds us is crucial for living better. [ more ]

Tiny Buddha

Mental health

How to Process Intense Feelings with Mindfulness: 4 Powerful Steps - Tiny Buddha

Intense emotions often hijack our mental well-being, leaving us feeling drained and powerless.

Suppressing emotions or allowing them to dictate our actions leads to a cycle of reactivity and emotional turbulence. [ more ]

Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Silicon Valley

She Kills Monsters in Mountain View | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Qui Nguyen's 'She Kills Monsters' explores themes of sexuality, loss, and remembrance through a mix of reality and fantasy. [ more ]

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Discover, understand, heal: Why it's good to keep a journal

Writing helps uncover thoughts and emotions.

Journal writing can serve as an emotional outlet. [ more ]

All Singles And Married

Relationships

3 KINDS OF SUITORS EVERY SINGLE LADY MUST KNOW.

Canopy brothers are indecisive time wasters shielding women from meeting other men, leading to confusion.

Players are deceptive and manipulative individuals who give false hope, use women for personal gain, and should be ended violently and unrepentantly. [ more ]

HuffPost

Digital life

My Husband And I Opened Our Marriage - But I Never Expected To Find A Connection Like This

1. The author opens up about her experience with exploring her bisexuality within an open relationship.

2. She expresses frustration with the lack of genuine connections and the prevalence of fetishization in the queer community. [ more ]

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