Category: Hard Lessons
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H&W| Mental Fatigue
You’re not lazy. You’re not losing it. You might just be mentally fatigued. What does mental fatigue actually look like? Is it just “being tired” — or is it something deeper? If you’ve felt brain fog, irritability, low motivation, or that strange detached feeling… this one is for you. Let’s talk about it. Let’s name…
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RealTalk|The Impact of ICE Enforcement on Our Communities
Fear changes how people move through the world. Right now, many in our neighboring communities are navigating daily life with anxiety — avoiding schools, hospitals, and even simple walks down the street. This Real Talk looks at the very real impact the fear of ICE enforcement is having on families, health, education, and what it…
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RealTalk|When What You Bring Is No Longer Valued
Sometimes the hardest part of growth isn’t the work — it’s realizing that the space you’re in no longer values what you bring. This is my truth, spoken with clarity and self-respect.
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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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RealTalk|Gun Violence
Gun violence and suicide by firearm continue to take a devastating toll on communities across the United States. From neighborhoods and schools to homes and families, the impact reaches far beyond the headlines. This is a public health crisis that deserves honest conversation, care, and courage.
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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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ASipOfFlava|Trust
Trust is a beautiful thing when it’s honored—and a heavy thing when it’s broken. In a world where trust feels fragile, this sip is a gentle reminder to pause, reflect, and start by trusting yourself.
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RealTalk| The Truth About Young People and Energy Drinks
So many young people are running on empty and turning to energy drinks just to stay awake. I’ve watched it up close, and I’ve lived it myself. This isn’t about judgment — it’s about the truth behind that “quick boost” and what it’s really doing to your heart, your sleep, and your peace. Let’s talk…
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