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May 4, 2022Liked by Kate McKean

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I am also 43. I also felt exactly that way yesterday. And these are great reminders about the ways we can move through the world. You bring a lot of joy and good info into the world!

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Happy birthday! My 43rd is coming up in two months. And I definitely feel this. It's been a long hard lesson, but I've learned that sometimes it is best to write my feelings, NOT hit send or publish, and go back to them later to revise them with a clear head.

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Happy Birthday! And this is a spectacular reminder. I've been working on my memoir for almost 2 years and still am not done with the first draft. The emotions are overwhelming while writing and when avoiding writing - I just can't win, haha.

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Hi there!

I understand that the article resonated with you, especially when it comes to dealing with overwhelming feelings. It's true that emotions can be intense and distracting, but acknowledging and naming them is an important step towards addressing them.

Speaking of self-awareness, have you ever heard of the Rice Purity Test? It's a popular questionnaire that measures one's "purity" or innocence based on a series of questions about personal experiences. While it can be a fun and lighthearted activity, it also reminds us that everyone has their own unique journey and experiences. Take this test at: https://ricepurity-test.org/

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You have a beautiful mind Kate and a way to process your feelings that touched a cord in me. It helped me understand emotional Triggers. Thank you.

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Yay, Kate! Happy birthday! You nailed it. Thanks for writing this.

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A. This is excellent, Thank you, and B. I call this feeling: Betrayal/All Is Lost

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Thank you for this post and Happy Birthday.

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