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onthecontrarykelly

a place to think differently

Category: be yourself

On the compulsive belief that you’ve done something wrong.

I often come away from a social interaction and think “I feel like they are mad/irritated/annoyed by me” and then … More

authenticity, be yourself, connection, overthinking, self-esteem

On a forced, performative life vs an organic life.

We should really consider the magic that is recognizing people’s vibes and energy without the performance. What does that entail? … More

be yourself, genuine, organic, performance, social anxiety

On people thinking about you.

People often will tell you that others are not thinking about you. But aren’t they? I think about others all … More

acceptance, human condition, let them, perspective, understanding, what people think

On becoming 40.

I have never declared 40 is old. Or most other ages. All the while, many people profess they are “old” … More

ageism, experience, identity, perspective, self improvement, turning 40

Don’t suffer. Live life!

Choosing to suffer on purpose in order to gain credit had become America’s favorite hobby but I’m seeing a new … More

balance, burnout, identity, life, over-working, perspective, philosophy, self improvement, work

Transparency over People-Pleasing

Transparency is super difficult when you are a people pleaser. It takes remarkable fortitude to say how you really feel … More

authentic self, authenticity, boundaries, identity, people pleasing, self-esteem, self-improvement, transparency

Comparison is a thief.

It’s quite amazing to me how much time we spend comparing ourselves to others. Seeing as there is no optimal … More

comparison, experience, humanity, perspective, philosophy, self improvement, stoicism, understanding

Life as a Whirlwind.

So I just read my last blog. It was written THREE YEARS ago which, I’m quite certain, was actually yesterday. … More

experience, humanity, legacy, perspective, philosophy, reflect, self improvement, think, understanding

Balance > Busyness

If you are seeking balance check out what I’ve noticed…

balance, expectations, perspective, pressure, stability

Proud: a long but necessary reflection.

I’m very particular with the documented meaning of words and I have high expectations of myself to describe things- mostly … More

confidence, humanity, identity, meaning, people, perspective, proud, understanding

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