Improper Journal

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Soft Life Meaning Is Not the Same as a Small Life
The soft life is a lifestyle prioritizing ease and minimal unnecessary stress, rooted in Black women's refusal of burnout. But ease can curdle into shrinking. Here is how to tell... Read more...
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How to Set Boundaries Without a TED Talk
A boundary is a short sentence and a next step you actually take, not a monologue. Learn the scripts, the follow-through ladder, and what to say when someone calls you... Read more...