Tag: stress
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Good intentions…change of plans!

The narrator discusses personal challenges, including a cancelled vacation and family health concerns. They contemplate a baby shower but decide to delay it due to current stressors, emphasizing adaptability amidst life’s difficulties.
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C is not for Cookie 🙁

The writer is stressed about their mother’s potential diagnosis of pancreatic issues, leading them to cancel a vacation to provide support during this uncertain time.
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If you can’t do it…buy it from a good bakery !

As I was planning what to bake for my future daughter in-law’s bridal shower and passing along suggestions to my mom. I was trying to be mindful as to ask for things that wouldn’t require a lot of time and cause both of us pain. Looking at things that would be both tasty and…
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Have great time! I think I will be ok !!!

The author reflects on her husband’s trip to visit his parents, expressing mixed feelings about being left behind. Meanwhile, she prepares for a successful international walk with her growing team, appreciating her husband’s support and last-minute changes.
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Sleep…a precious commodity!

The author describes a battle with sleep and chronic pain, emphasizing the importance of quality rest for managing flare-ups and daily functioning, while expressing frustration over daily challenges and societal perceptions of sleep.
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Field Trip!!

The scouts’ final meeting involved a trip to an ice cream shop, complicated by permission slip issues and difficult behavior from one child. Despite challenges, the outing concluded positively, leading to hopes for growth over the summer.
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D’oh! Pacing ??

The author expresses a preference for completing chores in one day to avoid prolonged dissatisfaction and guilt, despite physical discomfort.
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The power of a question…

The author reflects on how responses to the question “how are you?” vary based on the relationship with the asker, highlighting a personal incident in a waiting room where an acquaintance overshared his health issues, prompting contemplation on communication boundaries.
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Flare bear’s mental health

The author shares experiences with communication challenges, including misunderstandings and interruptions, expressing a need for patience and understanding. They struggle with multitasking and verbal expression but seek clarity in conversations.
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Beautiful Prison

The author reflects on their experiences of feeling confined at home, referring to it as a “Beautiful Prison.” They emphasize the importance of brief escapes for mental health, sharing personal stories of isolation and yearning for freedom outdoors amidst challenging circumstances.
