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Swipe through and discover how you can start your own affirmation journey.

Let’s uplift each other and create a community of positivity!

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Running errands on a blustery day for my elderly m

Running errands on a blustery day for my elderly mom. I asked if she had a hat I could borrow — and lo and behold, she pulled out a fabulous one from her Manhattan days in the cosmetics industry.

I wore it in honor of Diane Keaton, whose words feel like a balm on imperfect days:

"Don't give up on yourself. So you make a mistake here and there; you do too much or you do too little. Just have fun. Smile. And keep putting on lipstick." — Diane Keaton

RIP. 💛

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Are we chasing perfection in our lives? I've just

Are we chasing perfection in our lives? I've just published a new article on my Substack, "The Problem of Living Perfectly," where I dive deep into what it really means to strive for an ideal life. In a world that often glorifies perfection, I explore the pressures we face and how they can lead to disappointment and burnout.

Instead of focusing on an unattainable perfect life, I argue for embracing our imperfections and finding beauty in those messy moments that make us human. It's a thought-provoking read that I believe many of you can relate to, especially in today’s fast-paced, social media-driven culture.

Join me on this journey towards self-acceptance and discover the freedom that comes with letting go of the need for perfection. If this resonates with you, I’d love for you to subscribe to my Substack!

Click the link in my bio to read the article and subscribe for more insights. Let’s embrace the beautiful chaos together!

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Perfectionism often begins with the best of intent

Perfectionism often begins with the best of intentions, wanting to do well, to grow, to be our best. But sometimes, it turns into an endless inner battle with our own self-critic.

Do you have an inner judge, boss, sleuth, or nitpicker that won’t let up? You’re not alone.

Take this short 4-minute quiz to discover what kind of perfectionist you are, and how to begin quieting that voice within.

Then, explore my Rewire Your Inner Critic course, a companion to my book The Perfectionist’s Dilemma, to help you transform self-criticism into self-compassion.

👉 Take the Quiz: https://www.kindminds.co/quiz/

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I am worthy of love, connection, and belonging, ex

I am worthy of love, connection, and belonging, exactly as I am.

And so is everyone I meet.

#ThePerfectionistsDilemma #SelfCompassion #SelfKindness #SelfAcceptance

Each vow you make today becomes a gift of kindness

Each vow you make today becomes a gift of kindness and strength that your future self will thank you for.

If this message resonates with you, dive deeper in my book The Perfectionist’s Dilemma and take the next step by enrolling in my course Rewire Your Inner Critic.

Both are created to help you move from self-doubt to self-trust and from perfectionism to progress.
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