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A big week

A series of fortunate events.

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Pulling back

I’m managing my energy to take care of myself.

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Validity

Working on my dissertation proposal edits and learning how to define success for myself.

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Correspondence

Recovery from depression has changed how I relate to people.

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The unknown

Getting better at living with uncertainty.

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I feel the need

Building up resilience to stress is helping me better cope with OCD.

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Cutter

Finding a way to boost my mood through biking.

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Rain, rain

Coping with anxiety starts with not trying to minimize it.

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Tired

Life is exhausting right now. There is still hope.

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Living out loud

My story matters because it means there is hope.

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