social issues

“You just do not belong here or anywhere for that fact. I know it seems harsh, but reality is harsh. You pretend to be something you’re not, comparing yourself to …
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I was fifteen years old the first time someone told me that I was beautiful. I was jarred and taken aback.

No one had ever used that word to describe …
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Physiologically, we crave the foods that aren’t healthy for us because they make our brains feel happy. Since learning this, I wonder if we subconsciously indulge in the intimate experiences …
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[ deep breath ]

My name is Yetti, and I am a recovering/recovered self-mutilator.

Yes, you heard me, and yes I posted this post.

I posted this post knowing most …
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His piercing, blood shot eyes were hidden behind dark shades, yet the sneaky smile plastered on his face revealed his lustful desires – exposed, uninhibited.

It’s 3 am.

I’m sitting …
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I’ve written several posts about my past experiences, educational achievements, job mishaps, etc. However, I am in a place right now, where I’m on the cusp of opportunity, but I …
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A friend said I was quirky and I couldn’t come up with a sassy response fast enough.

Does that mean I’m – in fact – not quirky?

She said it …
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I finally landed my first “real” job and I’m struggling to find a balance between it and what I ultimately wanna do. I’m thankful and grateful, but I don’t want …
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“cruel mothers are still mothers. they make us wars. they make us revolution. they teach us the truth. early. mothers are humans. who sometimes give birth to their pain. instead …
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I’m sick of this E. You gotta do better with yourself.   She sat across from me on the floor in my bedroom and said those words with a pained …
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