Just Stop! Saying YES: When You Really Want to Say NO Dec 06, 2024

"Love yourself enough to set boundaries. Your time and energy are precious. You get to choose how you use your time.
You teach people how to treat you by deciding what you will and won’t accept."
~ Anna Taylor

How many times have you agreed to plans you have zero interest in, just to be polite? Whether it’s a social event, a work commitment, or doing a favor for someone who...

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JUST STOP! Pretending: Choose Authenticity Over Toxic Positivity Nov 07, 2024

“Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity. If we want greater clarity in our purpose or deeper and more meaningful spiritual lives, vulnerability is the path.”
- Brené Brown

In our world we’re told, constantly, to stay “positive and to keep on...

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Just Stop! A Manifesto for Women Reclaiming Their Time, Energy, and Happiness Oct 15, 2024

Just Stop!

A Manifesto for Women Reclaiming Their Time, Energy, and Happiness

Welcome to the inaugural edition of “Just (Effing) Stop!”—a monthly column that lays down the law on all the Bullshit we women need to stop doing. Right. Now. How to reclaim your time, energy, and—most importantly—your happiness! This will be your permission slip to drop the guilt,...

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