Author: nayeriey
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What am I most worried about for the future?
Honestly… that I might outgrow people I love.That I’ll have to keep choosing between peace and pleasing.That I’ll become so busy helping others that I forget to check in with my own soul. But deeper than all of that?I worry that I’ll ignore my calling out of fear.That I’ll silence my story because it still…
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Have you ever had surgery? What for?
Yes, I’ve had multiple surgeries. They were necessary after a suicide attempt in my early twenties, when I jumped into a storm drain from a fifth-story ledge. At that time, my life felt like it was spiraling beyond control — full of emotional chaos I didn’t know how to escape. In a moment of unbearable…
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This Girl Is on Fire: A Story of Courage and Connection
“There’s nothing more daring than showing up, putting ourselves out there and letting ourselves be seen.” — Brené Brown In 2013, I had a moment that cracked my heart wide open. Not the kind of moment that whispers gently, but the kind that grabs you by the shoulders, looks you straight in the eyes, and…
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Daily Prompt: What’s the most delicious thing you’ve ever eaten?
Without question — Crispy Brewhouse Chicken from Applebee’s.I still remember the first bite. The golden, crunchy crust gave way to juicy, tender chicken that melted in my mouth. The glaze was slightly sweet, slightly smoky, and absolutely perfect. Paired with creamy mashed potatoes and a cold drink, it wasn’t just a meal — it was…
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✨Scars That Shine: The Beautiful Truth About Our Imperfections
“Turn your scars into stars.” — Robert Schuller There was a time I would’ve done anything to hide the scars on my ankles. I hated wearing skirts or capris — truly hated it. It wasn’t just about fashion or fit. It was the dread that would rise in my chest the moment my bare ankles…
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Letting Go Saved My Life
(Inspired from Chapter 14: Ledges on Clarity Cookies: 52 Bite-Size Discoveries for the Ravenous Soul 🍪✨) “Leap and the net will appear.”— Zen saying Some moments in life don’t feel like moments at all — they feel like cliffs. And the only way forward is to take a daring leap, trusting that something — someone…
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How Do You Practice Self-Care?
I used to think self-care was just about spa days and bubble baths. But real self-care? It’s deeper. It’s saying no when you’re exhausted.It’s stepping away from toxic spaces.It’s feeding your body something kind.It’s crying when you need to cry—and not apologizing for it. Lately, self-care for me has been:✨ Speaking my truth at Toastmasters🎙️…
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What Excellence Really Means
(And Why Now Might Be Your Season to Rise) “Excellence is doing ordinary things extraordinarily well.” ~ John W. Gardner It’s graduation season. The world feels wide open for so many — young adults tossing caps in the air, searching for purpose, and asking: How can I truly excel when I’ve never felt like “the…
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🌧 When Sadness Finds You: A Gentle Story of Letting Go
“The word ‘happy’ would lose its meaning if it were not balanced by sadness.” — Carl Jung There was a moment not long ago when I found myself unexpectedly undone by sadness. I had been chatting with someone online — funny, charming, playful. We had a real connection, or so I thought. I looked forward…
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Emotional honesty.
Over the years, I’ve come to realize that what I treasure most in a friendship isn’t how often we talk, how much fun we have, or even how long we’ve known each other. It’s something quieter… deeper. Emotional honesty. The kind that says, “I’m here, and I’m bringing my whole heart with me.”It’s the friend…
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