Tag: healing
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I Never Expected a Stranger’s Celebration to Hurt So Much
Her Joy was a painful reminder of everything I had to let go of. She looked stunning in her leopard-print halter-neck bodycon dress and contrasting stiletto heels. I was especially drawn to her Facebook post because we both share a love for powerlifting. As I scrolled through her photos, I felt a surge of emotion…
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The Weight I Dropped Had Nothing to Do With My Body
They told me not to walk. So I ran a half-marathon through pain and shame, all the way back to myself. A friend from work once posted a photo to our group chat with the caption, “Guess who?” I tapped on it, expecting to laugh at something funny. Instead, I saw a woman making tea…