kindness
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I came across this on my computer as I attempt to organize my life. I wrote this awhile ago and forgto about it so figured why not share. I have to admit, as a parent, I am guilty of providing my kids with cell phones and gaming systems. I was not great at regulating their ‘screen…
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It has been a lot; this year has included many changes, some of which I could go along with, and others challenged me. For those who do not know my history, I could say go back and read my previous blog posts, but that would be a jerk thing to say, and I do not think…
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I had to write a paper for one of my classes this year. I actually had to write multiple long papers, but this one is fresh in my mind. Oh, ya! I made it through the first year of my PhD. Anyways, back to the topic at hand. I had to write a paper for…
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First, I am sorry for my prolonged absence. I keep meaning to write, but in true ADHD style, I get distracted or forget. I will try to do better. I feel sad and irritated, but I am unsure what it is. I just returned from a fantastic trip to LA with a really good friend. We went to see…
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Sadness hits me like a ton of bricks; it crushes me, and people do not always understand why. It’s as though I experience emotions tenfold compared to others. Regardless of the emotion, whether anger, sadness, or happiness, it slams me and takes control. These emotions are experienced not just for me but for others. If someone is…
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What are these feelings? They are such a contradiction. Elated, terrified, excited, overwhelmed…all at once. As most of you know, last week, I received an email I have been patiently waiting for, my offer of admission to the Ph.D. program at York. When I was applying for my master’s, someone said the most challenging part of grad…
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So, I have an update. Have you ever imagined the unimaginable? I am still a little shocked, and it has not yet sunk in. I have been accepted to a Ph.D. program at York. I cannot put how I am feeling into words. I remember when I was a kid, I saw so many child psychologists because of my…
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I can say that over the years, time has really shown me what is important. Maybe that’s why there are momets when time can become a fixation for me. It feels like if I am not early, I am late, and that’s if I even remember. My mom always told us, “If you’re on time,…
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It has been a while since I posted; honestly, there is no excuse. I have been busy, yes, but that is usually when I thrive. The issue is living in limbo without a plan; that freaks me out. I know first-world problems. I have a roof over my head, a job, food… nothing to complain…
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Damn, you brain. I have stated before that I only realized my intelligence less than five years ago. I know this sounds wild, but it’s my reality. I sometimes feel like I have two brains, one that is driven and hyper-focused and another that is scattered and struggles to recall words or remember the most straightforward fact.…
