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My hair is coarse. My hair is textured. My hair is, frankly, sovereign. It has its own zip code, its own weather system, its own opinions…

Why did addiction feel so fun before it turned destructive? In this reflective essay, Melinda Lloyd explores the concept of euphoric recall.

Learning to Trust Myself Again For a long time, I did not trust myself. Not my decisions. Not my feelings. Not my needs. I trusted other people’s opinions more than my own inner knowing. I trusted approval more than alignment. I trusted keeping the peace more than honoring what was actually true for me. And slowly, almost invisibly, that kind of living erodes self-love. Because when you repeatedly override yourself, a quiet message gets sent inward: you are not reliable. I di

I'm sick and tired of hearing things from uptight, short-sighted, narrow-minded hypocrites. All I want is the truth; just give me some truth. I've had enough of reading things by neurotic, psychotic, pig-headed politicians. All I want is the truth; just give me some truth. NO short-haired, yellow-bellied son-of-tricky-dicky is gonna mother-hubbard soft-soap me, with a pocketful of hope, money for dope, money for rope. No, I am NOT off on one of my rants! These are some of m

To the love of my life, I love the way your eyes light up at the simplest of things, because you know those little things are what matter the most in life. I love the way you love nature so much, know the healing that comes from nature. I love the way you stay calm in the heat of the moment, because that’s what helps bring back peace. I love that you let others words slide off your shoulder because you know that nobodies opinion matters more than your truth. I love that you c

******************** What are words? ******************** Words are the backbone of how we communicate, helping us share our thoughts, feelings, and ideas. They're symbols that carry meaning and are shaped by cultural, social, and contextual influences, which impact how we interpret and use them. The meaning of a word can change from one society to another, making language a fascinating tool for connecting with others. As society changes, language evolves too, bringing in new

******************** I’d really like to hear your stories about how embracing diversity has made a positive difference for you or others. Whether it’s getting a new viewpoint that kicks off fresh ideas or learning from someone with a different background, these experiences can challenge our biases and make our lives richer. Exploring different viewpoints can seriously boost our creativity and get us thinking more deeply. It pushes us to consider various solutions and helps us

#WINS!!!! ************************ I want to hear about some WINS!!!! I'm super excited to hear all about your success stories, no matter the size. Every story has its own special charm and meaning, and I think sharing these experiences can really make a big impact. Whether it’s something personal, a big work achievement, or overcoming a tough challenge, every win deserves a celebration. Hearing your stories will totally make my day! There’s so much joy in learning about the

************************** Just an average girl, with big dreams ************************ Discovering More About Me Through This Blog Hey there! Welcome to my blog! This is the place where you can really get to know me beyond just the usual small talk. I use this space to share my thoughts, experiences, and insights, giving you a chance to see what I'm all about on a deeper level ## My Background and Journey I'm going to dive into my background and talk about all the differen