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Surviving and Thriving: Valentine’s Day After Divorce
Being alone on Valentine’s Day after a divorce can stir up a mix of difficult emotions. With romantic imagery everywhere, it often feels like a painful reminder of loss and loneliness, sometimes even bringing up grief, anger, and anxiety. For many, it becomes like a second breakup or a day of mourning for the life…
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Beware The Narcissist! The Narcissist and Triangulation. A Cruel Manipulative Game!
Beware The Narcissist! The narcissist uses many tools to create havoc and achieve their goals, and one such tool is triangulation. First off, what is the definition of Triangulation? Here is a definition I found on Healthline..”Triangulation happens when one or both of the people involved in the conflict try to pull a third…
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Inspirational Quotes: Finding God’s Light in the Darkness
“It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.” — Aristotle These words by Aristotle resonate deeply with me, especially when I think back to the darkest chapter of my life—my divorce. It was a time filled with uncertainty, pain, and fear, a period when light seemed all but extinguished.…
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Fun Friday-Discovering Neo Deco: Creating and Selling My Latest Design
Today is Etsy shop day, and I’m putting the spotlight on my shop, Art In Design. It’s where I create and share a mix of fun digital downloads—some inspired by the latest trends and others showcasing fun prints and some of my photography. It’s always exciting to play with colors, shapes, and themes to bring style and…
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From Shock to Strength: Healing After a Blindsided Divorce
Have you heard of a blindsided divorce? It’s a painful reality for many who find themselves completely caught off guard by their partner’s decision to end the marriage. I know this feeling all too well. I experienced a blindsided divorce firsthand, unaware that my spouse had already been secretly planning to leave—securing an apartment and…
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Monthly Motivation: Tasting the Layers of Life—Joy and Challenge Alike
Some time ago, I read an intriguing novel called The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cakeby Aimee Bender. The story centers on a girl with a unique gift—the ability to taste the emotions and feelings woven into the food others prepare for her. Through flavors of joy, betrayal, fear, and loneliness, she uncovers hidden truths and gets…
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Stress Relief: Light a Candle for Calm and Comfort
There are countless ways to nurture ourselves and ease the stress that life brings. One simple and popular method many people turn to is lighting a scented candle. Let’s explore the soothing benefits that come from this calming ritual. Did you know lighting a scented candle can boost your mental health? The gentle aroma helps…
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What The Heck Is…? Divorce From Bed and Board.
What The Heck Is….? Divorce From Bed and Board This is how I understand divorce from bed and board. Divorce from bed and board is a court-ordered separation where the couple remains legally married but lives apart. It’s a fault-based legal action initiated at the request of the injured spouse. Divorce from Bed and Board… …
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How Long Does it Take to Get Over Divorce? It Depends on Who You Ask!
How long does it really take to heal from the end of a long-term marriage? Well, the answer varies depending on who you ask. Divorce is tough—especially when it’s not what you wanted. After 37 years of marriage, going through that kind of ending was the hardest thing I’ve ever faced. Healing is a long…
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Beware the Narcissist-The Narcissist and Their Unshakeable Victim Mindset
The typical narcissist is a perpetual victim, at least in their own eyes. Narcissists live and die by their own version of the truth—believing it fully, even when reality has been distorted. While they may genuinely feel wronged, this perceived victimhood also serves as a calculated strategy to manipulate others, avoid responsibility for their harmful…
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