growth

  • Thoughts on Filling Before Pouring

    Self-care isn’t selfish.– Unknown Fill your own cup first and feed everyone else from the overflow– Diane Johnson You can’t pour from an empty cup.– Everyone “You can’t pour from an empty cup” is a logical thing to say. Therefore, filling your metaphorical cup before you give to others is logical advice, but counterintuitive to…

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  • Contented

    Contented

    One morning, on the way to the office, a thought popped into my head. That familiar pull of ambition. The wondering whether I am ready to jump back into a more demanding job. One that asks more of my time, energy, and soul. Then came the wakeup call. It was a voice. She didn’t look…

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  • Midlife: Middle School Part Two

    I remember middle school as a time of uncertainty, identity seeking and trying to figure out where I belong on my own for the first time. It was confusing and demoralizing and incredibly important moments.

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