Category: Growing In My Understanding
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ASipOfFlava|Writing as My Daily Commitment
Writing became more than words for me — it became a commitment, a calm, and a way to process life. This A Sip of Flava is about finding an outlet that helps you breathe, reflect, and reconnect with yourself — especially when life feels heavy.
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RealTalk|Are Ethics, Morals, and Values Being Left to Interpretation?
Have ethics, morals, and values become flexible concepts left open to interpretation? This reflection explores what feels lost, what still anchors us, and why shared principles matter more than ever in how we communicate, connect, and build trust.
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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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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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RealTalk|Digital Detox
We live in a world that never stops scrolling, posting, and demanding attention. Technology isn’t the problem — how we use it is. This Real Talk is about stepping back, protecting mental health, and remembering what real connection feels like when we unplug, even just for a little while. 🌻
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H&W|Listen To Your Body
Listening to my body during a storm reminded me how powerful awareness, support, and speaking up at the right time can be — especially when weather, pain, and timing collide.
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ASipOfFlava|Life’s Challenges
Life’s challenges don’t always arrive gently, but they often carry lessons we didn’t know we needed. This sip is a reminder to pause, stay present, and allow even the hard moments to shape strength, wisdom, and growth.
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RealTalk|Indigenous culture and heritage
Growing up in Seattle, I’ve always felt a quiet presence beneath the surface—stories tied to the land that aren’t always fully told. This Real Talk is an invitation to pause, acknowledge the founders of this place, and consider what history may still be missing from our understanding of the Pacific Northwest.
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H&W|Gut Health
Your gut does more than digest food—it affects your mood, your energy, your sleep, and even how your body holds tension. When gut health is off, everything feels harder. This Monday’s Health & Wellness is a gentle reminder to listen to what your body has been trying to tell you all along.
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RealTalk|When Being an Empath Starts Showing Up in Your Body
Being an empath isn’t just emotional — it’s physical. Lately, my body has been reminding me that feeling deeply without protection has a cost. This is a Real Talk about awareness, boundaries, and learning how to care for ourselves without losing our compassion.

