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The books we read and how they shape our lives – Part 4
Lost, Books Found Me: A Journey of Healing & Growth #bibliotherapy Grief wrecked me. But books became my life raft. Sylvia Plath’s poetry mirrored my pain, but sparked a writer within. Then, Clarissa Pinkola Estés’ “Women Who Run with the Wolves” ignited my wild soul. It was a map to reclaim my voice and creativity.…
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Behind The Pages: How My Personal Journey Inspired ‘Diary of Cliches’
Written by Kay Diary of Cliches, with its secret confessions, tales of adventure, stories of grandeur, and bittersweet moments of learned lessons stands as a testament to the metamorphosis that transpired within the crucible of a dream realized. Its pages breathing with the rhythm of change, hold within its covers the account of a woman…
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Not sacrifice…Letting go…
What sacrifices have you made in life? Everything changes when you turn your sacrifices into an art called letting go. When you sacrifice you create a void. The more you count your sacrifices the more you stay in your void and the more you attract more void. But when you let go, you make space.…
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Things I gave up to make space for new things – Part 2
Life is a journey filled with choices—some safe and comfortable, others uncertain and challenging. From bidding farewell to familiar comforts like television and social media to embracing unconventional paths like sleeping without a bed and parting ways with cherished possessions like a beloved projector and laptop, each decision has shaped my journey in profound ways.…
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I am wearing my feelings
What’s the oldest things you’re wearing today? Feelings! Feelings from lifetimes ago! Feelings from hurt souls! Feelings! Feelings! Feelings! I think I was born with a whole lot of unprocessed feelings from lifetimes ago. I spent my whole life feeling feelings that I was unable to fathom. Then there were more feelings. From experiences –…
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The changing landscape of feminism
A journey from being Geet to Piku I was watching my favorite song from Jab We Met while in Chicago a few years ago. This was back in 2009. I loved the song! I danced to it every chance I got. But this time it felt different. Little did I know that the person who…
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What if fear is your first response to everything?
What if fear is your first response to everything? Fear, as a primal instinct, serves a vital role in keeping us safe from potential threats. However, when fear becomes the default response to every situation, it can significantly impede our ability to navigate daily life with ease and confidence. Understanding why fear takes precedence in…
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Dear Diary… let’s make time!
What’s one small improvement you can make in your life? I want to add some time discipline to my life! As a creative writer I had to create flexible boundaries around my writing schedule. But I would like to change that with some discipline. When intuitive writing came to me I had to improvise my…
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Things I gave up to make space for new things – Part 1
In the journey of life, we often find ourselves accumulating possessions, habits, and routines that define our comfort zone. Yet, growth and progress often require us to shed the old to make room for the new. Reflecting on my own path, I realize the significance of the things I’ve given up over the years to…
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What if your professional network is your trigger?
What if your professional network is your trigger? Navigating the complexities of a professional network can be both rewarding and challenging. While these connections offer opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and growth, they can also become sources of stress and anxiety for individuals. In some cases, certain aspects of the professional network may serve as triggers,…
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The job of a movie star
To be or not to be…..
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My Parents
It’s tricky sometimes how we might admire some people but we might not necessarily seek advice from them per se…
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