Tag: surviving hard times
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How I Plan My Week Without Overthinking Everything
I don’t plan my week perfectly… and I don’t try to anymore. Here’s how I keep things simple, flexible, and actually doable in real life.
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How I Keep My Life Together (Simple Systems That Work)
I don’t have my life together—but I’ve found simple systems that help me manage it one moment at a time.
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What I Actually Cook When I Don’t Feel Like Cooking
If cooking feels overwhelming, this is your reminder that it doesn’t have to be complicated to work.
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Cooking Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated… It Just Has to Work for You
Real-life cooking doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it’s about doing what works, using what you have, and giving yourself a little grace in the process.
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The Quiet Things We Don’t Say Out Loud
Sometimes the hardest things we carry are the ones we never say out loud. This post shares a quiet, honest look at isolation, boundaries, and learning to believe that you still matter… even when you’re struggling to feel it.
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I’m Not As Strong As You Think I Am
Sometimes being “the strong one” isn’t strength at all… it’s survival. Here’s what it cost me to keep pretending—and what I’m finally learning instead.
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What I’ve Learned About Boundaries – Real Talk with Shelly Rand
I used to say yes when I meant no, keep quiet when I was hurting, and carry more than I ever should have. Learning to set boundaries hasn’t been easy, and it’s definitely cost me people, but it’s also shown me my worth in a way I can’t ignore anymore.
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What My Days Actually Look Like Right Now (No Filter)
What do your days actually look like… when no one’s watching? This is mine—real, unfiltered, and a little messy.
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Step Into April Knowing You Did Your Best | Monthly Reflection
A gentle end-of-month reflection on growth, resilience, and stepping into a new month with peace and self-acceptance.
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Introducing My Trusty Sidekick | Sir Kit Kat
Sometimes the best support comes with paws and purrs. Meet Sir Kit Kat, my trusty sidekick and constant companion.
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Move Forward With Peace in Your Heart
When I hear the phrase “move forward with peace in your heart,” the first thing that comes to mind is this… Let go of what you don’t have control over. And focus on what you do. For a long time, I carried things that were never mine to carry. Other people’s expectations. Other people’s opinions.
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Calm Is a Power Move | Finding Strength in Calm
Learning to stay calm during life’s challenges can be one of the most powerful skills we develop. A reflection on resilience and emotional strength.