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How to Know When it’s Time to Quit Your Job
This everlasting year of 2020 is almost over. For many I’m sure this year has been rough, but hopefully some have found a silver lining. This year has been very rough, but after riding the struggle-bus for a while, I had somewhat of an epiphany – I need to come first. Me. My feelings. My needs. My boundaries. New job = New job stress I had only been at my new job as a project manager for about three months when I realized my supervisor was going to be a problem. I definitely got asshole vibes from him during the interviews, so I figured he would be annoying. But boy,…
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3 Things to Keep in Mind When Starting Therapy
Let’s talk about therapy! Thank goodness, the taboo of needing or going to therapy is beginning to fade, but there’s still a lot of people who (for what reason, I don’t understand) clown bettering yourself with the help of a professional. Therapy is more than just talking about your feelings. This common misconception has perpetuated itself in popular movies and television. You know what I’m talking about. I’m sure an image of a person laying down on a couch, facing away from the therapist popped into your head. And the therapist responded to every statement with, “How does that make you feel?” I have never in my life had a…
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Easy Starbucks Fall Drink You Can DIY
Jordyn Woods made me do it!! If you follow Jordyn Woods on Instagram, she posted about this drink from Starbucks several times on her IG story during the first week or two of September – an iced chai tea latte with pumpkin cream cold foam. I had just decided that I was going to quit my job and really needed a pick-me-up. I’m not a huge fan of pumpkin spiced things, but I’m here for all things fall. And I do love chai, so I figured I’d give it a try, and this drink has the perfect amount of pumpkin that I can tolerate. Since I did indeed quit my…
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S’mores Cookie Recipe You Have to Try for Yourself
One of my favorite things to do is bake. I have a monster sweet tooth, and over the years I’ve baked so much that I don’t like anything store bought (my taste buds bougie af). So whenever I’m craving something sweet, or need to distract my mind, I bake. I found this recipe from my favorite YouTube bakers, John Kannel from Preppy Kitchen. He’s super cute and sometimes a little awkward, but it just makes him even more likable. I’m typically not a huge s’mores or marshmallow fan, but I figured it’s summertime and when I think about summer I think about bonfires and s’mores. So I decided to try…
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3 Bible Verses to Help Comfort You
I am not a super religious person. Not by any means. I honestly can’t tell you the last time I even went to church. I just have some issues with organized religion, but I would definitely consider myself to be a spiritual person [yeah, I know that sounds basic]. But being raised in a conservative pentacostal church [COGIC – If you know, you know] some things were bound to stick. A few months ago my mom gave me this book for Mother’s Day. And no, I am not a mother. My mom is just weird. She likes to make things up that aren’t actually a thing. Also, I’m pretty sure…
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5 Coping Techniques To Conquer Your Anxiety
Have you ever been in a situation where you feel more anxious than usual? Knots in your stomach, heart is pounding, maybe even a little sweaty and shaky? Here’s a few techniques that can help alleviate those symptoms relatively quickly. These are simply some quick tricks that I’ve used that help. 1. Deep Breathing This one is the easiest, since you do it naturally already! This is also my go-to when I need to calm down and clear my mind. Focusing on your breathing can help steady your heart rate as well as give you a moment to just pause and collect yourself. Start by positioning yourself in a comfortable…
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Welcome to Anxious Black Girl!
Hey there, and welcome to Anxious Black Girl! I’ve struggled with anxiety and depression for the past 10 years or so. And over the past decade I’ve had my ups and downs, but I’m finally learning the best ways to manage it and live my best life. There’s a ton of different things out there to help you cope. It might take some time, but through some trial and error, you’ll find what works best for you. And it’s important to remember that not everything works for everyone, but there is something for everyone! The Longest Year Ever: 2020 It’s August 2020. Let’s be honest; this year has been HORRIBLE!…