Don’t Wait Up For Them, Darling

Yes, Im sure they care. Yes, Im sure they think about you too. You are worth more than excuses, distractions, and obvious lies. Photo byKarsten WinegeartonUnsplash Each time you go back to meet them at their level, youre backtracking for no reason. Youre telling them you agree with the way youre treated. Youre showing them the power they hold to control your moves and your thoughts. Youre showing them your likelihood to be manipulated by their words....

December 9, 2020 · 1 min · 162 words · Olivia Perry

Here Is The Secret: There Are So Many Versions Of You (And They All Matter Just As Much)

you’re able to be a great many things. Within this varied crew, we meet Nora, an incredibly brave and quiet soul. Abruptly, Nora and her peers are faced with this uncomfortable, startling reality. What does it mean to be a young woman when so much of your normalcy has been stripped away? How do you find yourself in the chaos? Versions of me still waiting to evolve, waiting to manifest themselves through lessons and years....

December 9, 2020 · 3 min · 515 words · Laura Black

I Was Diagnosed With HIV When I Was 2-Years-Old. This Is My Story.

My mother unknowingly passed it to me. Luckily, my father and brother did not get HIV, which was really just a matter of statistics. One out of three children will contract HIV through childbirth when the mother is not on anti-viral medication. The one happened to be me. In regards to my father, HIV is harder to pass from a woman to a man. Thus, my father being negative. I did not have any symptoms leading to the diagnosis, but my mother did....

December 9, 2020 · 3 min · 431 words · Dawn Thomas

What Will Cause Each Zodiac Sign To Shut Down And Stop Talking To You

LIBRA: Turning every conversation back around to themselves and what they want to talk about. By Updated 4 years ago,September 26, 2021 Aries Teasing them about their interests. Acting like their thoughts are silly. Anton Taurus Talking over them in conversation. Never letting them get a word in. Gemini Looking at your phone in the middle of the conversation instead of making eye contact. Cancer Nodding andmhmingwithout actively contributing to the conversation at all....

December 9, 2020 · 1 min · 172 words · Dr. Ryan Boone

7 Toxic Thoughts That Are Stopping You From Unlocking Your Full Potential

Failure is a part of life. You shouldn’t consider it proof that you’re never going to succeed. You should use the lessons you learned as stepping stones to get closer and closer to your ultimate goal. Maksym Tymchyk By Updated 4 years ago,September 27, 2021 1. I cant startnow.Youre not too old to change career paths or pick up a new skill. You cant expect to knowexactlywhat you want to do with the rest of your existence when youre so young....

December 8, 2020 · 2 min · 352 words · Daniel Thomas

If They Exhibit Any Of These 8 Behaviors, It’s Probably Better To Walk Away

By Updated 4 years ago,June 11, 2021 We hear about toxic personalities all the time. But toxicity can be so much more than that. They fail to recognize what hurt you. Photo bySebastian HansonUnsplash We often confuse apologies for understanding, when in reality, they couldnt be further apart. Gaslighting can make you feel crazyand its meant to. This is a form of manipulation that tries to cast doubt on someones personal account of an event....

December 8, 2020 · 2 min · 344 words · Mrs. Cheryl Wolf DDS

In 2021, I Want To Become The Strongest Version Of Myself

In 2021, I want to live with a fearlessness that will propel me toward my dreams. I want to treat myself as a priority, the way I shouldve done a long time ago. In 2021, I want to grow into a stronger version of myself. Penguinuhh I want to actively put effort into becoming a healthier, happier, more-well rounded human. I want to work on dumping the baggage I keep putting off for another day....

December 8, 2020 · 2 min · 235 words · Kathryn Moore

What Intangible Thing Each Zodiac Sign Wishes They Would Get From Santa This Year

So you stop looking for validation from others. By Updated 4 years ago,December 9, 2020 Aries Confidence. So you dont always have to fake feeling good about yourself. DANNY G Taurus Self-acceptable. So you stop spending so much time doubting yourself. Gemini Purpose. So you’ve got the option to choose a career that fits you and makes you feel fulfilled. Cancer True love. So you’ve got the option to settle down and start creating a home for yourselves....

December 8, 2020 · 1 min · 195 words · Lisa Marshall

I Dated A Gang Member And What Happened To Me Changed My Life

Snitches get stitches is always something we joke about when someone knows something youve done. This, however, was the real deal. I just thought he was this goofy, kind-hearted ginger that I worked with that made me laugh. Photo byKinga CichewiczonUnsplash He looked at me and said, I was arrested for gang activity. He wasnt too keen on the idea of telling me quite yet, which I understood. I was nervous, yet very intrigued by this person....

December 7, 2020 · 4 min · 748 words · Justin Padilla

In 2021, Say Goodbye To Toxic Humans

The people who genuinely believe theyre incapable of making a mistake and refuse to take responsibility for their actions. The people who say youretoo sensitiveas if its a bad thing. Surround yourself with people who appreciate how hard you feel and how much you care. Wright Brand Bacon Ditch the people who believe your big heart is a weakness rather than a strength. In 2021, say goodbye to the people who discount your emotions....

December 7, 2020 · 1 min · 211 words · William Williams

The Regret Each Zodiac Has As 2020 Comes To An End

ARIES: You regret that you stopped talking to someone who once meant so much to you. Taurus You regret that you wasted so much money on things you dont really need. Gemini You regret that you put up with a person who had zero respect for you. Vergil Reyes Cancer You regret not going to therapy when you were really suffering. Leo You regret not telling your loved ones how much you care about them....

December 7, 2020 · 1 min · 148 words · Troy Stuart

What Each Zodiac Hates About The Holidays (Dating Edition)

TAURUS: You hate awkward conversations with your partner’s relatives you barely know. Taurus You hate awkward conversations with your partners relatives you barely know. Leo You hate how every holiday movie is about love andnotbeing alone during the holidays. Maksym Tymchyk Libra You hate feeling like youhaveto be cheery the whole holiday season or youre being a grinch. Scorpio You hate being dragged to your partners office parties where you dont know anyone....

December 7, 2020 · 1 min · 129 words · Melissa Smith

What To Do If You’re Tired Without Having Actually Done Anything

By Updated 4 years ago,July 12, 2021 Im going to break some news to you. The reason you feel tired isbecauseyou havent done anything. Okay, hear me out. Photo byAdrian SwancaronUnsplash You havent done anything that is in line with a vision of an idealistic future you want for yourself. Whats happened is youve lost touch with a future in which you have the thing you most want. Okay, but who can blame you?...

December 7, 2020 · 1 min · 197 words · Candice Lyons