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10 Invalidating Phrases in Relationships: Why They Hurt and What to Say Instead

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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How Much Influence Do Corporations Have Over Our Government?
PoliticsAug 27, 2024

How Much Influence Do Corporations Have Over Our Government?

Corporations and government—two powerful entities that shape our daily lives. But how much sway do big businesses really have over the laws and policies meant to serve the public? [4 min read]

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What Happens When the Need to Please Others Undermines Your Self-Worth?

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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The State of the Economy: What's Next for the U.S.?
EconomyAug 5, 2024

The State of the Economy: What's Next for the U.S.?

The U.S. economy is facing significant fluctuations, with recent stock market drops and a mixed jobs report highlighting potential challenges and uncertainties ahead. [4 min read]

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What Moving to Austin Taught Me About Friendship, Family, and Self-Growth

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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Is the Paralysis of Overthinking Holding You Back from Personal Growth?

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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Interview with Fares: Growing Up Bahá'í and Gay in Iran
Human StoriesJun 28, 2024

Interview with Fares: Growing Up Bahá'í and Gay in Iran

An intimate conversation with Fares reveals the profound challenges of being a gay Bahá'í in Iran, highlighting the intersectional discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in a country where both their faith and sexuality are persecuted. [17 min read]

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How Does Grindr's Public Status Affect the Future of Digital Intimacy?
LGBTQ+Jun 17, 2024

How Does Grindr's Public Status Affect the Future of Digital Intimacy?

Grindr going public highlights concerns about turning intimacy into business and shifting focus from user experience to shareholder satisfaction. [8 min read]

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