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You Can Choose Your Life’s Purpose

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At the beginning of the year, I was having constant anxiety about what my purpose in life should be. I felt like I needed to keep moving forward—like I needed to do more.

I was researching grad school programs, looking into continuing education, and comparing myself to everyone I knew following the “traditional” route in life. I had this idea that I needed to fit a certain mold to be successful.

Then, something happened that changed my perspective completely. And I’ve never felt more peace in my entire life.

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My Journey Through Anxiety and Depression After Losing My Father

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Growing up, life was pretty easy for me.

Both my parents worked full-time jobs that paid well, while my sister and I went to a school in a well-off the neighbourhood. She excelled in her grades while I did in sports.

I excelled so much that my dad would end up driving me to three different sports practices in one day. He tended to my needs while still working and doing what was required to keep food on our plates and the lights on.

The more I think about it, this dedication was a big reason why his death hit me so hard. The commitment he had towards giving me the best chance at my sporting career was unparallel.

I didn’t think much of it at that time.

However, as I saw him lying there on the hospital bed, as cancer took full control of his body and he started to mummify in front of my eyes…

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27 Self-Love Quotes You Need to Read Right Now

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“You need to love yourself before you can fully love other people.” We’ve all heard some variation of this phrase—but the truth is, self-love is often difficult. And complicated. It can take time.

But sometimes, small things can inspire us to view ourselves in a more positive light. That’s why I’ve compiled this list of self-love quotes as inspiration for anyone know needs a little boost.

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7 Ways Self-Compassion Has Changed My Life Forever

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We hear a lot about mindfulness, self-care, and positive thinking these days. But I’ve discovered there’s a piece of the wellness puzzle I often neglect, no matter how many veggies I eat, how many days I journal, or how many times I meditate per week. I’m talking about self-compassion.

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13 Ordinary Things to Be Grateful for Today

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Gratitude can be hard when life is overwhelming. Even as I write this, my mind is addled by anxiety over a to-do list that just isn’t shortening quickly enough.

But it helps to take a step back from the big-picture rush and recognize small things to be grateful for.

You don’t have to feel amazing about them right now. But little moments of gratitude can help us keep life in perspective and remember what’s most important.

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