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When the Calendar Becomes the Cruelest Judge: The Shattering Pain of Trying to Conceive.
There are certain things in life you just assume will happen. Like the sun rising, or the tide coming in, or when you decide you’re ready, the miraculous, simple act of having a baby. You are prepared for the love, the sleepless nights, the chaos but you are never, ever prepared for this gaping, bleeding…
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Mindfulness
“The best way to capture moments is to pay attention. This is how we cultivate mindfulness. Mindfulness means being awake. It means knowing what you are doing.” ― Jon Kabat-Zinn Just had a casual chat with my sis today and she reminded me to always be mindful. She brought up the concept of mindfulness and…
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Shona Proverbs
Lessons from Ambuya (My Grandmother) Growing up, my grandmother played a vital role in shaping the woman I have become today. Her influence on me was profound, and her presence in my life left an indelible mark on my character. She was a truly remarkable woman, exemplifying kindness, patience, and a steadfast ability to remain…
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We bear the Scars
Buried deep within us are the scars of childhood trauma, which have left imprints on our hearts and minds. These scars might be invisible to the naked eye, they might be those of physical, sexual, emotional or neglect they carry a heavy weight on those that carry them. They serve as a reminder of the…
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My Journey to Forgiveness and Letting Go
I would start with a question. How do you forgive someone who didn’t acknowledge the hurt and the pain they put you through?! How do you move on from the past and act like everything is ok, even though you have the scars to prove it’s not OK?! ‘Forgiveness is easier said than done’ From…
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The loss of a Mother
There is nothing more painful than the loss of a loved one, in my case it was the loss of my dear mother. “A million words would not bring you back, I know because I tried.”– Unknown If you ever lost a loved one you will know that there is nothing anyone can say or…
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Is the Fear of Failure holding you back too?
I don’t think I am the only one, but has the fear of failing ever held you back from starting a project, pursuing your dreams or even starting your fitness journey? I believe the fear of failing has and is still the destroyer of most of my dreams. “There is only one thing that makes…
Life, Love and Lessons 