Category: Personal Growth
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Fear of Looking Dumb
Moving to a new country taught me to stop fearing mistakes, ask questions freely, and care less about what others think. People Don’t Think About YOU! We depend a lot on the opinions of others. We are often self-conscious and try to look good in other people’s eyes. When I was younger, I worried much… Read more
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The 80/20 Rule: Small Changes That Protects My Mental Health
What small changes make the biggest difference in mental health? A thoughtful look at gratitude, simplicity, creativity, rest, and being present in everyday life. The 80/20 Rule The 80/20 rule, or Pareto Principle, states that roughly 80% of outcomes (results) come from 20% of causes (inputs). What 20% of effort creates 80% of the impact?… Read more
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Why I Stopped Shopping for Fun
What happens when you stop shopping for fun? A reflection on moderation, mindful spending, and rediscovering the joy of having less. Moderation In Good Things Depriving yourself of all kinds of good things keeps your appreciation for them fresh. Take any area of your life: food, shopping, rest, social media, or screen time. Moderation is… Read more
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The Power Of Small Wins
Small decisions made consistently can have a bigger impact than one dramatic life event. Here’s why tiny habits matter more than you think. The Role Of Unexpected Big Events There are different kinds of things that can impact our lives. There can be one big thing that happens, sometimes unexpectedly. It can be something good,… Read more
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Choosing Timeless Over Trendy: Why I’m Shopping Less in 2026
I’m getting off the hamster wheel of consumption that keeps me spending money and my precious time. When Shopping = Creativity I used to love shopping. There were times when I would go shopping every day. It didn’t mean that I bought something every day, but I would look around and consider buying something. I… Read more
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Intentional Living Through Seasons of Change: Why I’m Choosing a No-Spend Month This Year
From faith and fitness to budgeting and habits, a personal reflection on intentional living and lessons learned through life’s seasons. A Bit Of My History Over the years, I have achieved many goals that I set at the beginning of a new year. I have also experienced many failures for different reasons. But now I… Read more
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Why Simple Days Bring Me Joy: The Beauty of a Quiet Routine
Learn how small habits, slow living, and mindful routines help me stay grounded, reduce stress, and enjoy the beauty of ordinary days. Simple Habits That Reduce Stress There are some things in my daily routine that I need in order to reduce my stress. There are a few small habits I try to build into… Read more
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Through a Child’s Eyes: The Serious Work of Play
Discover what working with preschoolers taught me about imagination, focus, and why play is more meaningful—and exhausting—than it looks. Children Play All The Time I work with preschoolers, and I see children a lot every day. They never want to stay still—they love to play and stay busy. They never stop. Basically, whenever they’re not… Read more
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The Joy of Discovery—At Any Age
Join me on my journey of making new discoveries in life, as I share how observing children has helped me grow personally. My Observation Of Little Children I work at a preschool and I love working with children because I enjoy seeing them learn new things. I really enjoy to see that “aha” moment in… Read more
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In God’s Time: Embracing Every Season of Myself
Struggling with self-comparison? This post explores finding peace in the present, honoring growth, and living with purpose and grace. Comparing Yourself With Others For a long time, I was taught not to compare myself with others. They are different, and comparing is neither wise nor helpful. They can do things I may never be able… Read more