Category: Reduce Stress
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How I discovered the deep, healing joy of a cold-water sunrise swim
In the icy embrace of the waves, you can feel the turning of the tide.
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Every day, I count the blessings of being middle-aged me
The older I get, the more I forgive myself for who I was and what I did.
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Molly, the beloved dog who bridged the generation gap
She was a gift to our grandfather, and in time, she became a gift to us all.
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My little-brained Lola, the dog who loves every human equally
She may not be the smartest creature, but as a canine therapist, she is top class.
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Zardoz, the brave pup who saved me from myself
He became my shadow and my light when I needed it most.
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7 little sparks of joy that make my day
From birdsong to forest-bathing to the Beatles, a checklist of happy moments.
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What I learned about love from my season of self-preservation
It was a Christmas epiphany that changed my life.
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How I learned to make peace with my mother’s secret shame
Healing begins when we shine a light on the hidden shadows.
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This year, I’m going to be the gardener of my dreams
It’s time to put what I’ve learned about Ikigai into practice.
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I’m finally getting rid of the guilt I feel for being a golden child
Before I can help my family, I need to help myself.