Personal DevelopmentMar 21, 2025
My Own Naw Ruz: Finding Growth in New Beginnings
This Naw Ruz marks more than spring, it marks a fresh start, reclaiming myself after years of feeling paused. [4 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentOct 2, 2024
Growing Up Gay: How Early Rejection and Acceptance Shaped My Identity
A candid reflection on early experiences as a gay Asian man, exploring culture, community, and self-discovery during my college years. [7 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentAug 29, 2024
10 Invalidating Phrases in Relationships: Why They Hurt and What to Say Instead
Drawing from personal experience, this highlights 10 common invalidating phrases that can damage relationships and offers alternatives for healthier communication. [4 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentAug 8, 2024
What Happens When the Need to Please Others Undermines Your Self-Worth?
Discover how the journey from a middle school people-pleaser to a self-advocate has shaped relationships, self-worth, and outlook on life. [6 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentJul 31, 2024
What Moving to Austin Taught Me About Friendship, Family, and Self-Growth
Moving to Austin, TX, was meant to be a fresh start. Instead, it turned into a journey of unexpected challenges and profound lessons about friendship, family, and personal growth. [7 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentJul 8, 2024
Is the Paralysis of Overthinking Holding You Back from Personal Growth?
Overthinking can be both a tool for deep reflection and a barrier to personal growth. [4 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentMay 31, 2024
Is It Normal to Feel Like a Walking Contradiction?
Exploring the paradoxes within, understanding why one can be both needy and independent, and seeking balance in life and relationships. [4 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentMay 12, 2024
Lost in Thought This Mother's Day
On Mother's Day, there's a mix of gratitude for family and a restless want for the vibrant life left behind in the city. [3 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentMar 26, 2024
Finding a Place to Call Home...
A gay's experience through the Midwest reveals an unexpected sense of belonging in Columbus, OH, highlighting the minority experience. [4 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentMar 21, 2024
Behind DE's Smile Lies a Story of Deception and Discovery
Reflecting on 16 years: A story of trust, manipulation, and cultural complexities, as lived by a group of friends at Wayne State University. [5 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentMar 14, 2024
The Transition from Party Animal to...Something Else?
Transitioning from the vibrant nightlife of your 20s to a more subdued social life in your 30s can be a perplexing journey. [5 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentFeb 29, 2024
Debugging Life Lessons for a Code-Inspired Existence
Understand how common coding dilemmas mirror real-life challenges and explore practical solutions to navigate the complexities of both worlds. [6 min read]
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Personal DevelopmentFeb 18, 2024
The Whirlwind of Millennial Existence
A guide through the whirlwinds of existential uncertainty, introspection, and the embrace of life's darker recesses that make the human experience beautifully messy. [2 min read]
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