life
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Thoughts on resolutions because it’s that time of the year
I have mixed feelings about New Year’s resolutions. Why wait until a new year to make positive changes in your life? Changes are more effective when they are small and spaced out anyway—trying to start five habits at once is overwhelming, while one new habit may be challenging but is ultimately easier to stick to. Continue reading
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Green
The sound of rain on leaves is soft. It reminds me I am sheltered, only feeling a drop here and there that slips through. In this moment of reality, I am the one who has to be here, to do this, to feel this. The street lamp can’t decide if it should be off or Continue reading
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Let’s Talk About *Feelings*
Or, rather, emotions. I thought they were synonymous, but a quick google just revealed that there is, in fact, a difference that would be fascinating to delve into further at some future time. For now, however, I will content myself with understanding that feelings are conscious interpretations of our emotions, which are natural responses to Continue reading
About Me
Hi, I’m Melanie. I like a lot of things, so I write about a lot of things.
Almost Canadian 