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This is so simple but can feel incredibly awkward.

This is so simple but can feel incredibly awkward. But WHY?!
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. This week I was listening to a radio show and the guy was saying how frustrating it is to show his girlfriend that he loves her because every time he tries to use compliments or words of affirmation, she rejects them with a “self-insult” as though she is not allowed to receive a compliment.
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. If he tells her she looks great in a pair of jeans... she comments on how much her booty has grown. If he tells her that her hair looks nice she retorts that she’s gross and hasn’t showered in a week.
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. I found it so interesting how much this behavior was infuriating the boyfriend but also filling him with a sense of defeat.
If you are someone who struggles to receive affirmation or love, then compliments can feel really uncomfortable or even undeserved. However, I encourage you to practice retorting with a simple “thank you” when given a compliment. It reflects confidence and a willingness to recognize that others see things in you that you do not.
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#compliment #thankyou #confidence #humility #advice #girlproblems

I Am Alive: three little words that mean so little

I Am Alive: three little words that mean so little to so many, but to me mean way more than I can express.
For a long period of time "alive" wasn't something that I wanted to be. So I tried to end my life not once, but twice, but my time was “not yet.” I was given a second chance at life for a reason. I am here as living proof that there is light in the midst of darkness. That there is freedom from pain. That there is beauty in scars. I am here to support those who are hurting and to help show them that there is hope. That their story isn't over yet. That they are loved, cherished, appreciated, and beautiful. That they are enough. So if you are hurting, don't let your story end. You are alive, and I am so proud of you.
I have never desired to be alive more than I do today. This life is for me.
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#suicideawarenessmonth #suicideawareness #yourlifematters #hangon #Suicideprevention #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #depression #anxiety #mentalhealthmatters #mentalillness #selfcare #ptsd #love #endthestigma #depressionhelp #depressionawareness #recovery #mentalhealthadvocate #bipolar #stopbullying #youarenotalone #mentalhealthrecovery #mentalhealthsupport #bekind #therapy #anxietyawarenes

Once the seed is planted, and suicide is considere

Once the seed is planted, and suicide is considered an option, it is sometimes hard to keep your mind clear and open to other solutions. This is why it is SO important to have a plan and build a community of support. Thousands of lives are saved every year just because someone made one phone call to a trusted mentor, friend or family member. Remember that it is COURAGEOUS to seek help.
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#suicideprevention #suicidepreventionmonth #awareness #healthy #depressionhelp #depressionawareness

Finally, I turned to the Lord. I asked Him to show

Finally, I turned to the Lord. I asked Him to show me what true beauty means, what true beauty looks like. I asked Him to be the God over my thoughts, and if I believed lies, for them to leave in His name. I only wanted His truth. After praying and reading His Word, the lies started to chip away, and His thoughts began to sink in. I began to understand that I was created beautifully. I was given a gorgeous face, skin, body, mind, and heart. I could walk confidently in my own skin if I chose. God continued to renew my mind, and the new thoughts started to become my reality.
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Read the full story on Afia’s blog link in our bio!
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#confidence #insecurity #wisdom #anxietyfighter #edrecovery #recovery

Remember that growth is a process. You may not be

Remember that growth is a process. You may not be where you’d like to be today, but you are closer than you were yesterday! 🌱
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Tag a friend who needs the reminder!
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#recovery #edrecovery #edwarrior #anxietyfighter #anxietyrelief #quoteoftheday #wisdom #mentalhealth #healthylifestyle #growthmindset

Have you ever felt like you are not lovable becaus

Have you ever felt like you are not lovable because of your appearance? Our new blog written by the amazing @afia_albin shows us a different way to look at beauty.
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We can not stress how real this is. We hope your d

We can not stress how real this is. We hope your daughters are being kind to you, but in the chance that they are rough around the edges and seem agitated and moody, we strongly encourage you to take a deeper look into their emotional state before taking their behavior personally. You will he amazed at what you find AND the best relationships are built when there is room for emotional safety and vulnerability without having to go on the defense and prepare for criticism. Even as adults we have breakdowns and days where our behavior is off, now imagine if we were labeled as “entitled or bratty” on those days how discouraging it would be?
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As always, this does not negate the necessity for boundaries and behavioral expectations within your family, but is rather a tip to help you move toward solutions.
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#parentingtips #parentingadvice #parenting #momofgirls #girldad

As I look back on life, I realize that there is on

As I look back on life, I realize that there is one huge lesson I’ve learned. That lesson is to be myself. It’s easier said than done. I struggled in high school because of so many comparisons. I heard “just be yourself” from so many people around me that I didn’t even think about it. In a society that wants women to act and be certain way, being you can seem impossible or at least it did for me. after years of trying to be the “cool” girl, I gave up and gave in. I give in to the fact that I am so perfectly made.
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God stitched me together by hand. It took me so long to realize that. You may not look, talk, walk, or do anything like anyone else, but that is where your power lies. You get to walk freely and talk freely and look however you want to. It’s a lesson that takes practice. The minute you lean in to what God says and wants for you, you get to be completely yourself. The love God has for us is so much more than I could imagine, but why would you hate His perfect creation? My best advice to anyone reading this is that you are perfect, do NOT be scared, and you just need to yourself.
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#comparison #insecure #anxietyrelief #depressionhelp #advice #wisdom #wordsofwisdom #wordbeforeworld #faith #God

I've grown up with the idea that comparison is all

I've grown up with the idea that comparison is all about looks. Girls are so good at picking out the things they don't like about their bodies and assume that other people feel the same negativity toward them. It took me a long time to realize that I wasn't alone when it came to comparison. Comparison can also be about social hierarchy, family, money, relationships, etc. This is a piece I wrote about two tangible things that helped me get out of a spiraling hole of comparison that hopefully can help you as well!
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