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The Unseen Stories and Hidden Beauty We All Carry

“The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mode, but the true beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It is the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she shows. The beauty of a woman grows with the passing years.” ~Audrey Hepburn

I was home for the summer on break from graduate school. As I walked into my childhood room, suitcase and duffle in hand, I noticed a small brown box on my bed. I placed my bags on the floor.

The box had a few simple items in it and was labeled “Mudder.” …

The True Luxuries

By Lori Deschene in Fun & Inspiring

Too Much or Not Enough

By Lori Deschene in Fun & Inspiring

Join the Writers Rising Retreat – with Anne Lamott, Cheryl Strayed & others!

By Lori Deschene in Blog

If you’re a fellow or aspiring writer, today’s post is for you!

The people behind the Writer’s Room have organized a pretty amazing retreat that you won’t want to miss.

Writers Rising 2024 , running from October 25th through 27th, is sure to be an unforgettable experience that will ignite your creativity, nourish your spirit, and deepen your connection to yourself and others.

I do what I do for all these reasons, and because I believe that writing heals. It helps us process our emotions, identify lessons from our experiences, and feel a greater sense of clarity and control in …

5 Harsh Truths About Life

By Lori Deschene in Fun & Inspiring

Because You Were Kind

By tinybuddha in Fun & Inspiring

How to Be Brave and Speak up Early in the Conversation

By Shona Keachie in Blog

“Fear is a reaction. Courage is a decision.” ~Winston S. Churchill

In a recent episode involving a field trip my daughter is taking, I found myself at a crossroads, grappling with the fear of expressing concerns early in a conversation. As a parent, I highly value my children’s growth but struggle with the balance of asserting my needs without risking relationships.

The plans felt, on first reading, overly ambitious, so I wanted more information and I wanted to be able to express myself and feel heard. I highly value situations where my kids have opportunities to overcome challenges and build …

May You Never Go Back

By Lori Deschene in Fun & Inspiring

You Are Doing Extremely Well

By Lori Deschene in Fun & Inspiring

Remember to Prioritize Your Joy

By Lori Deschene in Fun & Inspiring

The Gift of Self-Acceptance: Goodbye Filters, Hello Authentic Self

By Hayley Scott Summers in Blog

“Beauty doesn’t come from physical perfection. It comes from the light in our eyes, the spark in our hearts, and the radiance we exude when we’re comfortable enough in our skin to focus less on how we look and more on how we love.” ~Lori Deschene

Swiping though the various filters available, I saw my face go from mine to someone else’s—to someone with better skin, bigger eyes… Oooh look, I think this one makes my face look slimmer. Hello, cheekbones!

As someone who hated having her picture taken and was utterly convinced that she looked beyond awful in …

Don’t Leave Anything for Later

By tinybuddha in Fun & Inspiring

The Version They Had the Most Power Over

By Lori Deschene in Fun & Inspiring

How to Stop Prioritizing Everyone and Everything Else at Your Own Expense

By Sadie Montgomery in Blog

“Agreeing to things just to keep the peace is actually a trauma response. When you do this you’re disrespecting your boundaries. No more making yourself uncomfortable for others to feel comfortable. You have control now. You run your life. Take up space and use your voice.” ~Dj Love Light

I read the text from my stepmother inviting everyone to the holiday dinner at her house, and my stomach began to churn. I did not want to attend, but I was instantly flooded with guilt at the thought of saying no.

“How to kindly decline an invite” I typed and hit …