Tag: relationships
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The Hidden Price of Playing Small — And How to Reclaim Yourself
“I am no longer shrinking to be digestible. You can choke, respectfully.”That quote stopped me in my tracks. I saw it months ago on social media, and it’s been living rent-free in the back of my mind ever since. Stirring something. Cracking something open. Because if I’m being honest… I’ve shrunk. More times than I…
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Stop ‘Working’ on Your Marriage—Do This Instead
The other day, a friend and I were deep in conversation—talking about life, kids, and, most of all, marriage. As we reflected on how much we’ve grown in our relationships over the years, I kept finding myself saying the same thing: “Marriage isn’t ‘work.’ It’s about being intentional. Marriage should be fun!” How many times…
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The Ornament That Started It All
Every year, for the past 12 years, I’ve placed this ornament on our Christmas tree. And every year, as I put it on and take it off, I’m overwhelmed with love, gratitude, and memories that shaped the life we’ve built together. You see, this isn’t just an ornament—it’s the ornament. The first one Gordon and…
