Category: A Great Lesson
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H&W|The Things We Miss
Some of the most important health signals don’t shout—they whisper. From mood and sleep to balance and quiet changes in the body, these are the cues many of us overlook. This reflection is about learning to listen sooner, with compassion and awareness.
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ASipOfFlava|My Penguin, Columbia
Sometimes a small family joke turns into something meaningful. From a little waddle to a penguin named Columbia, this is a reflection on embracing who you are, moving at your own pace, and finding joy in the most unexpected connections.
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Japanese Women Who Spoke Up: Shidzue Kato
She spoke when silence was expected. She challenged tradition without abandoning culture. This week, Japanese Women Who Spoke Up honors Shidzue Kato—a woman who believed women deserved agency over their own bodies, choices, and futures, even when it was unpopular and uncomfortable. Her voice mattered then. It still matters now.
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H&W|Holiday Health Check
The holidays bring joy — and a little chaos. From overindulgence and stress to safety and emotional wellbeing, this gentle health check is a reminder to slow down, care for yourself, and move through the season with intention (and a little grace).
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ASipOfFlava|The Best Way Out Is Always Through
Sometimes life doesn’t ask us to rush, fix, or figure everything out. Sometimes it simply asks us to sit still, breathe deeply, and walk gently through what we’re facing. This week’s A Sip of Flava is a quiet reminder that growth doesn’t always look loud—sometimes it looks like rest, reflection, and trusting the path ahead.
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RealTalk|Self-Reflection
Self-reflection isn’t about beating yourself up or finding all the answers. It’s about being willing to pause, ask better questions, and look inward with honesty and compassion. Real growth begins when we choose to see ourselves clearly.
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H&W|Addiction
Addiction doesn’t always look the way we expect. Sometimes it hides in being needed, overgiving, or patterns we’ve normalized. This Health & Wellness reflection explores addiction through lived experience, compassion, and awareness — and invites us to gently ask what we’re truly attached to.
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ASipOfFlava|Learning From the Young Ones**
I may be old school, but the young ones at work keep me laughing, learning, and feeling cared for. From indie music and mystery slang to Starbucks runs and quiet acts of kindness — this generation brings more heart than they get credit for. ☕✨
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