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Content Without Proof
There is a kind of contentment that no one talks about. It's not the one that arrives after the promotion, that diagnosis that came back clear, or the relationship that finally worked out. That kind is easy and readily available. Life hands you proof, and you feel...
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How I Began a Financially Minimalist Life (1)
It is not easy to go from living above your means to living below your means. It is, though, actually quite beneficial. I audit my finances every few weeks. I find it so beneficial, and it allows me to see exactly where my money is going. The reason is that I never...
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How Do I Find My Right Organizational Strategy?
I have been working on organizing a lot of things recently, and I have even coached on this. What to do, how to get it done, what you’re looking for, and good heavens, it feels like an endless struggle that I cannot find a way out of. A way out to get in. I have...
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Off the Clock
There was a Tuesday, not long ago, when I looked at my phone at 6:47 a.m. and felt my whole body brace before my eyes even opened. Not because anything was wrong. Because I was already 13 minutes behind on a day that hadn't even started yet. I used to wear that like a...
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What does 200 days look like? Maybe 24 hours?

What does 200 days look like? Maybe 24 hours?

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The author reflects on their 200-day journey through addiction recovery, detailing the challenges of detoxing at home and confronting their life choices. They describe feelings of inadequacy, the romanticization of addiction, and the emotional struggles they faced while seeking a healthier lifestyle. Ultimately, they emphasize the transformative power of recovery and self-discovery.

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My 2026 Plan on Friday, February 13th
I really don’t have much of a plan for this year. In fact, I am unsure what I had for the yearexcept for my reading goal. I need to slow down, and that’s for sure. I am stressed; I am thinking too much about people; I don’t know what in the world to do about most...
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Ramen for Lunch
I'll add the recipe in a bit... but made this for lunch today. This is only ramen. I added dried vegetables and cooked them together. No spices, then separately cooked green peas, French cut green beans, mild diced tomatoes, and seaweed. I cooked this only with a bit...
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Cozy Garden Bowl Soup

This comforting bowl features a tomato soup base, topped with vegan meatballs, leftover sushi rice, and green beans, all enhanced with spaghetti sauce and melted vegan cheese. Pair with a vibrant carrot-ginger-turmeric juice and finish with chamomile tea for a soothing end to a satisfying winter meal.

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A Sweet Halva Rice Cake Treat
This is one of those quietly amazing snacks—simple, a little indulgent, and perfectly balanced. Light crunch, creamy center, and just enough nuttiness to keep it grounded. Ingredients 1 plain rice cake 1–2 teaspoons sweetened condensed coconut milk (vegan) 1–2...
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There is Magic at Sunrise
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Today and Focusing
I will start this entry precisely by saying, "Today, I will practice focusing on my life by focusing on myself." The first thing I need to make sure I do is keep myself separate from others. By that, I only mean outside of others' space. First and foremost, it does...
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How I Began a Financially Minimalist Life (1)
It is not easy to go from living above your means to living below your means. It is, though, actually quite beneficial. I audit my finances every few weeks. I find it so beneficial, and it allows me to see exactly where my money is going. The reason is that I never...
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How Do I Find My Right Organizational Strategy?
I have been working on organizing a lot of things recently, and I have even coached on this. What to do, how to get it done, what you’re looking for, and good heavens, it feels like an endless struggle that I cannot find a way out of. A way out to get in. I have...
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Off the Clock
There was a Tuesday, not long ago, when I looked at my phone at 6:47 a.m. and felt my whole body brace before my eyes even opened. Not because anything was wrong. Because I was already 13 minutes behind on a day that hadn't even started yet. I used to wear that like a...
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My Niece Amazed Me Today
She asked to come over, she asked to draw and color as always, and while I'm giving her paper, she looks to her left and behind her, saying, "I like your library." What in the world was that? It was amazing. I simply said, "Thank you." That was all. The big deal is...
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This Is “Why” I Don’t Work For Everyone

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I'm listening to an excellent story from the AA Grapevine, but all it has done is remind me of what I will do every time—"Why did you do it?" Possibly a question outside the tenets of AA and "Keep Coming Back." Certainly! Never stay behind. I will carry you if...

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Sponsorship

Sponsorship

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It is not rare to change Sponsors. They tell you from the get-go, it's not a marriage, it's not X, Y, or Z. And that's precisely what I have said about myself and to others replying "You need a more cerebral program, I get it." By cerebral I do not mean analytical....

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