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Im trying to be strong, to be seen as strong. But I dont want there to be a barrier between my presence and my heart. Is it standing my ground? God & Man Is it fighting back against stereotypes? Is it accepting my emotions and being comfortable with my femininitywhatever definition I choose? Is it standing face-to-face with a male and challenging his way of thinking? Is it following a certain path, accepting a certain truth?...

By Updated 8 years ago,October 23, 2017 You are beautiful,he says. Because all my life Ive been conditioned to see this as the highest of compliments. I am not a cynic. Amanda Carlson I know that the words are meant as a compliment, to raise me up, to praise me. But I cant help but wonder why being beautiful has become such a goal we strive for. I cant help but wonder about all the things Id rather be....

You realize compared to everyone in each of your pasts this person blows everyone else away. By Updated 6 years ago,December 28, 2018 1. Our first love is that young love we find as a teenager. Twenty 20 This is the one we think well be with forever. Theres this naive hope to this person. I disagree with people who say kids dont know what love is. Twenty 20 I think when you are young you know a love that is pure and genuine and hopeful....

Aquarius: Sending good morning texts. Leaving love notes around the house. Writing long letters inside of her birthday and anniversary cards. Unsplash / Jiří Wagner Surprising her with silly little gifts. Randomly texting her to tell her how much you love her. Bringing her breakfast in bed. Pressing snooze so you’re free to cuddle with her for a little longer. Gemini: May 21st June 20th Picking the restaurant. Holding the door open....

Pisces: attempt to take more risks. I know it’s scary, but your comfort zone shouldn’t be where you spend your entire life. Gemini have a go at bring a little consistency into your life. God & Man Slow down, take a breath, sometimes it feels good to stay in one place. Cancer take a stab at treat yourself a little more. Give yourself the me time you know you deserve....

Her passion for her career, her relationships, and her life as a whole is attractive. The fact that she knows her worth is attractive. He doesnt have to pay for every meal. Unsplash / Aral Tasher He doesnt have to pick her up for every date. He doesnt have to feel like he is the only reason in the world for her happiness. She can create her own happiness. She doesnt actually need him....

He said it was part of the game. By Updated 4 years ago,September 11, 2021 I was always a spoiled kid. My parents were wealthy and decided to spend their money smothering their only son with an incredible childhood. Pro Church Media I had it all. My play room was insane, a huge tv, pinball machines, and every toy you could imagine. Despite having so much, I wasnt a brat about it....

I dodged your name in conversations, and expertly did not flinch when someone did bring you up. I acted unfazed, aloof. Totally stable and healed. Allef Vinicius By Updated 8 years ago,October 26, 2017 I denied it. Not only to others, but to myself as well. I acted as though those feelings I had for you were no longer there. I invalidated everything I felt about you because I didnt think I had the right to feel it....

She cant let you go because letting you go means letting go of a piece of her. She doesnt give-up on people; she fights for them until the end. She loves too much; her love knows no boundaries. Theres something in the way you move. Theres something in the way you look at her. And thats why shes addicted to you. Unsplash / Andrew Dong She cant let you go because shes addicted to the little things about you....

She doesn’t trust anymore because she feels like it is better to be alone. She feels like she is safer that way. They made her feel stupid for having faith in them. Unsplash / Zulmaury Saavedra They made her feel like sheshouldhave had herguard up, like she should have been more careful. She doesnt trust anymore because she has had her heart broken over and over again. They all proved that they werent meant to be trusted....

Because one in six American women will be victims of rape in their lifetime. Because it happens to men too. Thankfully, there were only a few, but even so, it was upsetting. Unsplash / Tom the Photographer Why do these women feel the need to draw attention to themselves? It doesnt seem like people get it. Why do we feel the need to draw attention to this? Because those apps are necessary....

I hope you know that loneliness is not the answer. Its not where you belong. Its not what life comes down to. Xavier Sotomayor By Updated 8 years ago,October 21, 2017 I hope you know that youre not alone. Theyre capable of getting you out of the darkness. Theyre capable of showing you their love. I hope you know that loneliness is not the answer. Its not where you belong....

By Updated 7 years ago,December 15, 2017 Your parents may have passed away. You may have grown apart from your siblings. You may have lost touch with your cousins. Unsplash / Omar Lopez Your family members arentalwaysthe people that your genetics bind you to biologically. Your family isnt something you are born into. Some of your family members are related to you. But others are old classmates, neighbors, lovers, in-laws, friends....