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The Soul Beneath the Storm and the Beauty Beyond the Wrinkles

Dear Diary, Yesterday was an interesting day. First, my fight with a coworker I’m about to disengage with left me feeling bitter, angry, and hurt. My fears of isolation emerged. Yet, somewhere beyond these fears and related negative emotions, there must have been a lingering sense of peace—one that perhaps only became clearer today. This… [keep reading]

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I Need Do Nothing: The Peace Beyond Defense

Dear Diary, The clash between these two parts of me is evident. One—call it the ego, though I still believe it holds something worthy of honor—seems eager to prove itself, to feel secure in the knowledge that I can stand up for myself, set boundaries, speak my truth, and not let disrespect go unchecked.The other… [keep reading]

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Devotion and Duty: The Spiritual Practice Paradox

Dear Diary, I want to begin documenting my experiences during my meditation and spiritual practices. Today, in meditation, I encountered something subtle yet difficult to describe in detail: on one hand, there’s the beauty and blessing of the path I’ve chosen, which should fill my heart with joy, enthusiasm, and motivation to continue. On the… [keep reading]

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A Complex Embrace: Admiration Entwined with Taboo

Dear Diary, Last night’s dream has left me quite perplexed and uneasy, making it challenging to grasp its significance. In the dream, I encountered my “favorite author,” a woman whose literary contributions I greatly respect and admire. The scenario took an unexpected turn when we found ourselves sitting together in what seemed to be a… [keep reading]

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The Conflicting Wishes Conundrum

Dear Diary, Today was unremarkable in terms of events: I visited some suburbs where, based on my research, I might find apartments that are good investment opportunities. Yet, I remain unconvinced, and it seems my research must continue. The lackluster results of today’s efforts have me questioning whether I should put off purchasing a house… [keep reading]