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Find Your Inner Queen
Every female struggles with finding herself and it takes time for us to figure out who we truly are. I struggled for years and years trying to find myself. When I was younger, I always tried to fit in and be like everyone else. This led me to make up dumb lies just so I could have similarities with others. I ended up getting bullied because of my lies and I started to hate myself.
By WriteAboutIt5 years ago in Viva
How to Make the Most of Your Summer Vacay—Even #WhileBleeding. Top Story - August 2020. Created with: INTIMINA.
I thrive in the summertime. Maybe it’s because I was born in August, but I have always felt like the best version of myself in the sunshine and hot air. There’s something about the long days and late sunsets that encourages me to make the most of every day. Summer offers newfound optimism-- adventure awaits around every corner. If I were Mother Nature, I would see no reason for any other season.
By Jules Fortman5 years ago in Viva
7 Strategies for Fighting Doubts About Your Self-Worth As A Woman
Women are strong, intelligent, confident people. But even the most capable and successful females sometimes struggle with maintaining these characteristics in public and doubt their self-worth and appearance at times. Since you are unlikely to be the exception to this phenomenon, it is vital to have strategies to deal with your doubts so you can quickly quell the beast when you have them. Consider this list of ten strategies to employ in these situations.
By Sasha McGregor5 years ago in Viva
Gathering the Girls : How to Create a Women's Circle
Leaving the bookshop in an early evening dusk I had a sense of calm and determination. The last hour had consisted of belly laughs, snacks, discovery, tears, sharing, and understanding. I had held space with six other women, who over the last couple of months had grown from good acquaintances to dear friends, thanks to these hours of intention we had been spending together. I left with the phone number of a new member, a plan next weekend to check out an art exhibit with another member, and excitement for our next Circle together.
By Swamp Queen5 years ago in Viva
Insecurities: How to Embrace Yourself
Sometimes, I wonder what my life would be like if I didn’t base my decisions on how I wanted to be perceived. No, for real. As a woman, how many times have you made a decision that affected your life in an substantial way, just to be perceived as a good woman? A loyal woman? A beautiful woman? Even if it hurt you physically, mentally, and emotionally, did you make a decision for you.. that only benefited someone else?
By Enigmatiika 6 years ago in Viva
Ten Lessons You Learn To Become A Strong Woman
The truth is, strength comes from many different places. We all go through different struggles, face different challenges, and walk different paths. However, there are a few lessons that most of us learn along the way to becoming the strong individual that we are. So here are some lessons you might learn on your way to becoming the person you are meant to be.
By Samantha Proctor6 years ago in Viva
Don't Waste The Pretty
In my freshman English class, my teacher gave us life advice on the regular. Every day it was something new. I loved how authentic she was. She didn't care, she spoke the truth about the things regardless of what anyone thought. One day she was specifically talking to the girls saying, "Don't waste the pretty."
By Jenna Lynn6 years ago in Viva
Life Ownership: Different Ways a Woman Can Take Back Her Life
Life, work, responsibilities, and other things can grab a hold of you in a way that makes you feel trapped. This feeling affects men and women in different ways. As you go through out life, make sure you make the necessary steps to take hold of your life and improve it. The following guide will help women take back their lives in effective ways.
By Paisley Hansen6 years ago in Viva
Helping a Survivor of Domestic Violence
You’ve encountered your friends navigating through difficult times. Being an observer of those close to you going through devastating situations is emotionally painful, and even terrifying. Yet, you realize that you’ve got to stay strong so you can be there for your friend.
By Cice Rivera, Bout Me Healing6 years ago in Viva
Self-Defense Hacks Every Woman Should Know
There are many experiences women face daily that men will never understand: walking through the parking lot and worrying about the stranger following you, feeling uneasy as you get out of the car and have to walk a block alone, noticing someone eyeing you up in the grocery store and waiting for them to leave first so they don't know what car you drive.
By Paisley Hansen7 years ago in Viva
How to Meet Someone with Similar Values
Modern life has to do with the Internet, and it is not surprising that many people are looking there for someone to spend the rest of their lives with together. People are also looking there for friends or companions to have a good time together. For example, in the US, more than 33 percent of marriages, in total, are a result of people who made their first contact online. Is it possible to meet online for a religious person or people with certain hobbies?
By Patricia Sarkar7 years ago in Viva
