9 Simple Ways To Eat Healthier & Feel Better
Eating healthier can be a daunting task, but using these methods can help make it easier to get started, and eventually, sustain.
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Deciding What To Support in 2020 Amidst COVID19 & #BlackLivesMatter
I’ve been seeing memes, posts, and discussions about people not knowing what to support, or be against.
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What We Can Do About Racism- To White People From an Average White Person
I was born into an upper middle class, white home, & lived in a village with a population of only 2000 until I was 18 years old. Growing up, I had no idea how privileged I was, or even what that really meant. I understood the basic definition of racism & felt the implication textbooks made that it was bad, but…
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Why Saying “Racism is wrong, but…” Is Not Okay
I am repeatedly hearing and seeing comments like "What happened to George Floyd was awful, BUT- insert-statement-about-rioting-good-cops-or-something-else-here." Please let me explain why ANY “but” in that statement is not okay. (To clarify, this is specifically written to white people because it is our duty to be supportive. People of color that are affected by racism & police brutality have the right…
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My Promises To All People of Color
My promises to people of color, from an ordinary, white, middle-aged woman.
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Why I CAN’T Respect Your “Opinion” About COVID-19
I have a response to those saying that people on either side of the stay-at-home order should not fighting with other Americans & should not judge those who are pushing to re-open before it’s safe. You know, under normal circumstances, with most topics, I would agree on just about every point, and even though I can’t fully get on board with…
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Mask Anxiety: 7 Steps To Help During COVID19
Just the thought of having to wear a mask can cause anxiety in some people. I know, because I used to not even be able to think about it without panicking. I used to have anxiety attacks over needles, or even just a visit to the doctor.
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Solutions for COVID19 Challenges: Alternate Methods of Escaping, Coping, & Helping Loved Ones with Disabilities
Solutions for unique challenges caused by COVID19 for domestic violence survivors, those living with disabilities & mental health issues, & single parents & those with large families
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Coping with Covid19- How To Adjust
A guide for adjusting to staying at home during the Covid19 crisis. Covers working remotely, managing mental health, helping kids with school, & occupying your time.
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Medical Professionals: We desperately need you
I understand that a lifetime of being one of the smartest people in the room can have an impact on one’s behavior. Being successful, saving lives, getting published, being recognized by your peers, and all the education and hours you put in to become what you are, all have a significant impact on your perspectives. How could they not? The effort you have to put in to become any type of medical professional shapes your whole life. It isn’t just a career, it’s a lifestyle.
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