Author: Meredith
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Unlock the Magic of Words
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Hiiii Friend! We gotta talk about something BIG—words. And no, not the vocab flashcards you’ve been cramming for your next quiz. I’m talking magic words—the ones that actually change how people see you (and how you see yourself). This is the secret sauce from Wharton professor Jonah Berger’s book Magic Words. Photo by MD Duran…
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I’m 17: Here’s why I Love a Bed Time
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Hi friend! I am 17, a senior in high school, And I’m giving myself a bedtime of 11:30 p.m. Now, it is 11:31. So, I am writing this a little bit past my self-determined bedtime. You may be wondering, why are you giving yourself a bedtime—something for seven-year-olds? The answer to that is rooted in a…
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Your Ultimate Guide to THRIVE This School Year: 5 Proven Hacks to Make You Shine
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Let’s be real: every time the school year rolls around, the first day of school is exciting … but then things start to pile up one by one – the endless assignments, social pressures, clubs, sports, and blah blah blah. If your heart rate just spiked a bit reading that, you’re absolutely not alone. Photo…
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STOP Avoiding, START Thriving: The EASIEST Way To Feel Great
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Hey, you! Yes, you—the one scrolling through this post because you’re lowkey avoiding the tasks you know you should do. As a student with assignment after assignment living in a world that promotes “hustle culture”, I completely understand. Photo by Magnet.me on Unsplash According to Psychology Today, avoidance provides temporary relief from uncomfortable feelings. Studies,…
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7 Eye-Opening Things I’ve Learned About Being a Teen
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Hi friend! If you’re a teen, feeling a bit out of place, and dreaming big, you’re exactly where you need to be. I understand that being a teen can be like standing at an edge, peeking over, and wondering if you’ll soar or splat. So, here are seven things I’ve learned about being 17 to…