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What Siri Taught Me About the Holidays
Ever found yourself in a moment so beautiful it’s bittersweet? That was me, sitting in a cozy photo booth surrounded by laughter and Christmas cheer, battling a subtle yet familiar emotion—resentment. I’ve made tremendous emotional progress over the years, but every now and then, a negative seed takes root. Fed by frustration or disappointment, it…
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Mastering the Art of Self-Celebration: A Guide to Planning Your Own Birthday Bash
How do you feel about planning your own birthday party? At 25, the familiar comfort of my birthday celebrations shattered. The anticipation of my favorite meal, the elegance of the china setting, the delicate scent of lilacs—symbols of tradition and love—vanished with one simple phrase from my mother: ‘I’m not feeling well.’ It wasn’t just…
