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Why Bother Noticing Shame?
By Terese Luikens | Dec 18, 2023 | Mental Health, Suicide Survivor
There were times in my childhood when an adult reprimanded by saying, “You should be ashamed of yourself.” This expression made me feel small and at the same time, a little bewildered. I was never quite sure how I’d failed. I understood that the adult who’d called me to stand before them and take the…
Read More → Why Bother Letting Others Know You?
By Terese Luikens | Dec 16, 2023 | Communication, Relationships
I am grateful for those who know me. Though no two of my friends are the same, they all possess some similarities. Each one of them enriches my character, respects who I am, and appreciates my contribution to their lives. In short, we know and appreciate each other. Authenticity I can depend on my…
Read More → Why Bother to Journal?
By Terese Luikens | Dec 14, 2023 | Writing
Someone once gave me a diary. It was about the size of a small book, with a little latch and key. I remember how hard I tried to write in that little plastic covered book, but I didn’t know who to write to or what to write. Dear Diary, I wish I didn’t have to…
Read More → Why Bother Being Uniquely You?
By Terese Luikens | Dec 12, 2023 | Relationships, Suicide Survivor
It’s not easy being me. But somebody has to do it! Being ourselves, growing into our skin and becoming comfortable with who we are, I believe, is a lifelong process. None of us are exactly the same as we were a year ago, and none of us will be exactly the same as we are…
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