Category: Honoring Myself
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Life|65|When the Structure Changes Around You
š» When the Structure Changes Around You When I first came into this job, I was surrounded by great people. Many of them were young, but they were responsible, driven, and had their eyes set on clear goals. Alongside them, I felt balancedāwe shared a sense of purpose, and I had a peer who, like…
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Life|65|Working At 65
š» Choosing a Different Direction at 65 At 65, I know what matters to me: balance, peace, and purpose. For decades I carried responsibility, led teams, and made sure everything ran smoothly. Those years shaped me into who I am today. Now, Iāve chosen a different direction. This job allows me to continue working with…
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Life|65|Thank You, Mommy and Daddy
Thank You, Mommy and Daddy š» As I continue my journey, I find myself finally understanding you both more deeply. Mommy ā you were quiet, steady, and strong. You poured yourself into being a wife and mother, creating a home filled with peace and order. You protected our space from chaos, and in doing so,…
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Life|65|Meet Lady Flava 6.5+
I Donāt Miss Who I Was, I Embrace Who I Am There was a time when Lady Flava was everywhere. It was like an addiction ā half my choice, half because others wanted me to be involved. The work consumed me, but it was work I became good at and respected for. I thrived on…
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Life|Neurodivergent and Giving Grace
Giving Grace I asked Jessica about giving grace to someone I know who is neurodivergent, and this is what she shared with me: š” Understanding Grace begins with recognizing that their brain simply works differently. What may look like inconsistency, avoidance, or intensity isnāt always intentional ā sometimes itās how they cope and process. š”…
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Life|65|A Perfect Saturday Wake-Up
A Perfect Saturday Wake-Up Thereās something about Saturday mornings that invites us to pause and breathe a little deeper. Life moves at a slower rhythm, and if weāre lucky, we get to notice the small blessings that warm our hearts. šāā¬ This morning, I woke up and opened my eyes to the sweetest sight ā…
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Life|Kindness|Kindness Costs You Nothing
Kindness Costs You Nothing Kindness is free, yet its value is beyond measure. It doesnāt take much to smile, to reassure, to share a joke, or to offer comfortābut those small acts ripple in powerful ways. Today, I was reminded again and again that kindness is all around us, if we choose to notice it.…
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Life|65|The Koi
Learning From the Koi š As I grow older, I find myself craving a deeper connection to my Japanese heritage. My roots are part Japanese and part German, but thereās something about the traditions and symbols of Japan that call to me in a special way. One symbol that has captured my attention recently is…
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Life|65|Reading People and Their Energies
Reading People and Their Energies One thing Iāve learned over time is that not everyone walks into a room the same way. Some bring light, some bring heaviness, some carry focus, and some drift without direction. Iāve come to realize that I have a gift for noticing these things ā for reading people and their…
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Life|65|Claiming My Day
š Evening Reflection: Claiming My Day When you wake up with a positive mindset, setting the intention for how you want your day to play outā¦ you give yourself a gift. This morning, I woke up early and started with some therapy moves in bed that my physical therapist planned for me. It felt good…
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