I want to share a new habit that has been helping me...
Grief Jennifer O'Brien Grief Jennifer O'Brien

I want to share a new habit that has been helping me...

For a long time, I’ve worked on being kinder to myself. Recently, I started a practice of reflecting each evening on what I’m proud of achieving, no matter how small. Writing this list helps me shift my mindset from self-criticism to self-appreciation, especially during tough evenings.

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On Relishing Rejection
End of life preparation Jennifer O'Brien End of life preparation Jennifer O'Brien

On Relishing Rejection

I’ve always found rejection oddly thrilling. Each rejection email is like a little validation of my courage to submit. Recently, I was excited when my personal essay was accepted for publication after a long wait. It felt amazing to overcome doubt and see my work resonate with others.

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