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Choosing Is Better Than Waiting to Be Chosen

“The world doesn’t give you things, you take things.”

Sep 13, 2022

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Sep 13, 2022

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An Injustice!

Are You Outgrowing Them or Is It Just Social Anhedonia?

The social aspect of depression that no one talks about

Aug 10, 2022

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Aug 10, 2022

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You Are Allowed to Outgrow Past Versions of Yourself

A gentle reminder to not let anybody convince you otherwise

Aug 2, 2022

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Aug 2, 2022

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Hello, Love

Read This If You Find Yourself Waiting for a Text Back

You’re simply just not busy enough.

Aug 2, 2023

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Aug 2, 2023

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The Orange Journal

Saying Yes to One Thing Is Saying No to Another

You can’t have it all — at least, not at the same time

May 23, 2023

Saying Yes to One Thing Is Saying No to Another

May 23, 2023

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Modern Women

Here’s Why Physical Attractiveness Is the Least Impressive Thing You Could Ever Achieve

You are here for far more valuable things

Jan 7, 2023

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Jan 7, 2023

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The Orange Journal

In the New Year, Allow Yourself to Make an Identity Switch

Pick the identity that makes your soul sing.

Dec 31, 2022

In the New Year, Allow Yourself to Make an Identity Switch

Dec 31, 2022

The 3 Ultimate Keys to Living a ‘Perfectly Happy’ Life

Visualise, affirm, and keep a gratitude journal. Repeat.

Oct 26, 2022

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Oct 26, 2022

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The Orange Journal

Start Acting on Character and Less on Feelings

Your feelings aren’t to be trusted

Oct 12, 2022

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Oct 12, 2022

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Stop Focusing on the Way Your Life Looks and Start Focusing on How It Feels

“We are a sad generation with happy pictures.”

Oct 5, 2022

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Oct 5, 2022

Nolwazi Sangweni

Nolwazi Sangweni

Essayist for the 20-something covering mindfulness, self-growth, and mental health. For collaborations, e-mail: nlwzsangweni@gmail.com.

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