Author: erykahasia
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Reflection: Life Lessons
I find the concept of life confusing at times. I think deeply about my experiences and the experiences of others. I wonder if the purpose of life is to go through a journey of lessons, trials, and tribulations with a bunch of good moments. Are we supposed to learn those lessons in order to find…
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To love and be loved
05/10/2022 “When we love by intention and will, by showing care, respect, knowledge and responsibility, our love satisfies.” – bell hooks I love talking about and exploring the topic of love. One reason is because I haven’t always experienced healthy love. At times I thought I was receiving love, but I now understand that I…
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Self-Forgiveness
“Forgive yourself. The supreme act of forgiveness is when you can forgive yourself for all the wounds you’ve created in your own life. Forgiveness is an act of self-love.” Miguel Angel Ruiz Why is it easier to forgive others than to forgive ourselves? I had been drowning in self-pity and self-disdain for decisions I made…
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Expectations
People cannot give you what they can’t give themselves. Many of us hold expectations of others based on who they are to us and their positions in our lives. We may expect them to provide us with what they aren’t giving or doing for themselves. (When I say, ‘give us’, I don’t mean material items).…
