By Winnie Munroe Disappearing Online Changed My Life
On my 34th birthday, I archived every photo on my Instagram account. I took the app off my phone. It…
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By Jenna Dolaghan Dear Children, I Wish You Happiness
I wish a different kind of success for you. You may not always get the best grades in school, but…
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By Lauren O'Bannan Be a Vibrant Chicken
Some days, you’re a shark and you attack the day. Other days, you’re a slug, eking your way from coffee…
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Give Yourself Permission to Stop Acting Happy When You’re Not
One thing I don’t do now nearly as much as I did as a kid is act. Act like I’m…
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By Cindy Houlden But You’re So Happy, How Can You Have Depression?
A friend recently told me she couldn’t believe I battled depression because I seem so happy. I may have laughed.…
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I’m Saying Goodbye To Toxic Gratitude
“Just be grateful to be alive.” After hearing this message on repeat, I noticed a concerning correlation associated with my…
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By Jenni Brennan Want to Know a Secret? Not Everyone Likes You, But the Important Ones Do
Can I let you in on a little secret? Not everyone likes you. I mean, maybe not right now, but…
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As Your Mom, I No Longer Control Your Happiness—And That’s Tough
Hey, sweetie . . . it's mom. I’ve been feeling a little unsettled lately. Not just "life is crazy and…
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By Caroline Murray This Simple Life is All I Ever Wanted
All I ever wanted was a simple life. I could make a list of the things I dreamed of. A…
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By Vicki Bahr It’s a Tough Time to Be a Hugger
My mom couldn’t stand in a checkout line without striking up a conversation with someone around her. She was a…
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By Austin Gadson Your Kids Are Not Responsible For Your Happiness
I remember the indescribable joy I felt the day my daughter was born—5 lbs, 5 oz of perfection. I didn’t…
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By Jonathan Alexander I Want My Kids to Chase Careers That Make Them Happy
In today’s society, we’re given the impression that we need to get a degree, find our career, and live happily…
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