Category: Sharing My Thoughts
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ASipOfFlava|The Art of the Gentle Nudge
Not all guidance comes with instructions. Some of it shows up as a quiet nudge that lets others think it was their idea. ☕🌻
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H&W|Learning to Listen to Your Body
Living with pain teaches you how to slow down, listen, and care for your body in new ways. Pain management isn’t about pushing through—it’s about awareness, timing, and choosing kindness toward yourself so you can keep showing up for the life you love.
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ASipOfFlava|“Showing Up When It Matters”
Showing up doesn’t always mean having the right words. Sometimes it means being present, listening deeply, and standing beside the people who matter most. Today I’m reflecting on the quiet power of love, friendship, and the blessing of relationships built on trust and grace.
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Blog Challenge|Red Flags
Red flags don’t always show up loud or dramatic. Most of the time, they whisper — through patterns, behaviors, and how someone makes your body feel. These are the traits I’ve learned to pay attention to, not with judgment, but with wisdom.
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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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RealTalk|Faith & Spirituality
Faith raised me. Spirituality sustains me. And the way I walk with God today looks different from the way I was raised — but it’s real, intentional, and woven into every part of my life. Let’s talk about finding your own path with God… beyond the building, beyond the rules, and straight from the heart.
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Blog Challenge|Life Before The Internet
Before Wi-Fi and scrolling took over our days, connection looked different — slower, richer, and rooted in showing up for each other. This is my little walk back to a time when a rotary phone, a TV antenna, and a stack of books were all we needed.
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RealTalk|Dating in 2025… Lord, Help Us All
Dating in 2025 is not for the faint of heart. Between the apps, the trends, the emotional intelligence tests, and the “slow dating” movement… Lord, help us all. If you’ve ever wondered how people are managing this modern circus, let’s talk about it — with humor, honesty, and a whole lot of side-eye.
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H&W|Why Everyone Needs an Electric Blanket
Seattle winter hits different — cold, damp, and straight to the bones. One of the best wellness tools you can own is an electric blanket or shawl. It’s warmth, comfort, and pain relief all in one. Let’s talk about why staying warm isn’t just cozy… it’s essential for your health.
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ASipOfFlava|🌻 Monday Reflection: The Sweetness of My Sunday
Yesterday’s stormy Seattle skies reminded me that peace doesn’t come from the weather outside — it comes from the spirit within. Wrapped in my warm blanket, coffee in hand, I found sweetness in the stillness. Today, I’m carrying that Sunday peace into my Monday intention. Maybe you need a little of that too.

