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INSTAGRAM STORY IDEAS
easy story ideas to spice up your instagram 🫶🏽 creating highlights can add so much to your instagram! i definitely still get nervous when posting on instagram just because of comparison, but i’ve learned for me posting on my story is a great way to get your aesthetic out there without having to po
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A plus-size woman in black athletic wear takes a mirror selfie in a gym, making a peace sign. Text asks, "DO I BELONG HERE? Gym Anxiety as a Plus Size Woman," reflecting the article's theme of overcoming gym anxiety and questioning belonging.
Overcoming Gym Anxiety as a Plus Size Woman
It took me YEARS to finally realize a few things about being plus size and going to the gym: 1. It’s okay that I take up space 2. I deserve to live a healthy lifestyle 3. I deserve to better myself 4. Being plus size doesn’t mean I can’t move my body 5. Everyone starts somewhere I ha
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Hailey

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A smiling woman holds up her new Illinois Driver's License. Text overlays read "Got my Drivers License," "IT'S ABOUT TIME," and "Let's Talk About It," reflecting her journey and honest review of the challenging experience described in the article.
Review: Getting My Drivers License!
Getting my driver's license was one of the most terrifying experiences of my life. Last Summer, I was filled with so much anxiety and to make matters worse, I had to undergo the test in an area with a trainer and trainee, which threw me off even more. The specific place I went to had a unique r
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Daysha

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overcoming voice dysphoria as a trans woman... this was not easy but it helped me to see that not everyone cares about the pitch of your voice and it's probably not as bad as I thought. Speaking up as a trans woman is probably one of the most difficult things for me right now, but this was good pra
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I took a chance📚
So I decided to send my book out to two publishing companies…and yeah I’m nervous as hell. It felt like I was giving a child away to a stranger, and having no idea how the person would care for it🥲But without taking chances, I’ll never get to where I want to be. I’m still gonna self publish, but it
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The quietness makes me more nervous…
The quietness makes me more nervous than the yelling 😂 #stretchpad #physicaltherapy #comedy #medical #healthcare
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How I won over $100,000 in scholarships! ✨🎓📚💵
With the school year coming to a close, some of y’all may be starting college in the fall, might be going into senior year of high school, or might just still be in high school. Whatever the situation is, it is not too early (or late) to start looking into scholarships. During my senior year of
arianna 💌

arianna 💌

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A person in a white swimsuit swims in clear blue water, surrounded by nurse sharks. The person is gently touching one of the sharks. Text overlay reads "SWIMMING IN THE BAHAMAS WITH SHARKS".
Two nurse sharks are near a wooden dock in clear water. One shark is partially on the dock, the other is in the water. A person snorkels in the background. Text "BIRD DOG" is on a pillar.
A person in a white swimsuit stands in clear blue water, surrounded by several nurse sharks and smaller fish. The person is viewed from above, facing away.
Swimming In The Bahamas With Sharks🩵
Come with me to swim with Sharks! The Bahamas is beautiful and even though these were Nurse Sharks I was still pretty nervous! Such a cool experience that I’m really grateful for!! #bahamas #bahamastrip #travelwithme2024 #Lemon8Diary #swimwithsharks #bucketlist #bahamaslife #
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I’m terrified to go to college
I’m going to college and I’m so scared I’m 20 years old I’m majoring in radiology 🩻🩵 I’m just super nervous because it is a big commitment and the thought of debt scares me… Ik it’s best for my future to go but I need all the tips / advice I can get. HIGHLY WOULD APPRECIATE IT !!✨❤️ A
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Advice I wish I knew going into recruitment ✨🫧💭
Rush Advice: Moving across the country and going to a school where Greek life was so big and popular I was definitely very nervous and didn’t know what to expect. I was worried about joining the “wrong” sorority, not fitting in or making friends. However throughout the week I learned so much abo
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An illustration of a sad, overwhelmed mom sitting on the floor next to a toy bin, with text overlay "Overstimulation Triggers Ranked (By a Mom Who's Hanging On by a Thread)".
A peach background with white text stating "Multiple people talking at once" and a description of the overstimulating scenario.
A peach background with white text stating "Being touched nonstop" and a description of constant physical contact.
Things That Make Me Overstimulated...
Not sure if I’m ranking these from least annoying to most annoying… or if the order is what’s actually overstimulating me. Either way, these are the top triggers that make me wanna hide in the bathroom with the lights off and the door locked. I love my kids so much, but I swear my nervous system i
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My brothers gf takes ME on a date
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A hand holds a clear bottle of feminine cleansing wash, featuring labels indicating it is dye and scent free, pH-balanced, and dermatologist-tested. The bottle contains 13 FL OZ (384mL). The background shows a store shelf. An overlay reads 'LETS TRY A NEW FEMININE WASH Equate edition.'
Have y’all tried this!? 😫
Okay, so my usual feminine wash hasn’t come in the mail yet. The one I use is from saltxo all natural ingredients and I love it. I ordered some more right before I ran out and it still hasn’t come in the mail yet so I decided to get a substitute in the mean time. I heard good things about Equate (
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Multipurpose Tech Must-Have 💜
I always get so nervous about lighting candles near my office space and gaming space, this candle warmer keeps the flame away while still allowing for the nice fragrance of a candle. It also doubles as a phone holder and a mug warmer. Plus, it’s a super cute cat design in purple (also offered in pi
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We were nervous🤍
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Do a candle ritual with me
Hi everyone! I apologize that this week Wednesday was a day late. I had an emotionally taxing day. By the time I was regulated and able to focus on what I wanted to do. I had just enough time to do my ritual before going to sleep. Let me know if you prefer videos or text posts. I did this ritual
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A college campus at sunset with buildings, trees, and grass, featuring text "Reasons why i'm nervous for college.. SWIPE" and pink flower graphics.
A long library aisle lined with bookshelves filled with books, displaying text about nervousness: "not making friends easily letting my anxiety get in the way of my social life."
A desk with multiple laptops, notebooks, drinks, and a person writing, overlaid with text: "not fitting in starting a new chapter without my family."
Reasons why i’m nervous for college..
#lemon8diarychallenge #college #collegelife #collegecontent #collegelifestyle I’m sure i’ll do great, and my fear fields are just anxiety. On the other hand, starting a new and unfamiliar chapter in your life is super scary. but don’t let your fear get in the way of your succession.
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A woman in a white robe stands on a balcony, holding a cup and looking out at a desert landscape with cacti and palm trees. The text overlay reads, "i used to get nervous introducing myself..." reflecting on past social anxiety.
A close-up shows a person's leg resting on a book, with text describing past social anxiety, nervousness in social settings, and low self-esteem, highlighting the struggle with self-perception.
An airplane wing is visible above clouds, with text detailing how the author built confidence through self-concept work, journaling, affirmative audios, and ETF tapping to overcome limiting beliefs.
how i got rid of social anxiety🥹
if you’ve been feeling anxious in social settings, just know: you’re not alone. so many of us have felt awkward, scared, or out of place — but you can grow through it. confidence is a muscle that strengthens each time you exercise it. i used to avoid talking to new people because i was worri
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JOINING A SORORITY IN COLLEGE!
When attending Bradley University I was not planning on joining a sorority because there was SOO many girls and tbh just looking at Bama rush on tiktok, scared me even thinking about it. My roommate at the time was going to go through the rush process and she told me to come with her just to se
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A woman in athletic wear takes a selfie in a gym, with text overlay "HOW I OVERCAME GYM ANXIETY." The gym features purple and yellow equipment.
A close-up shows a person's arm with a smartwatch and a water bottle, illustrating the tip "01|showup" for overcoming gym anxiety.
A woman balances on a BOSU ball while holding a kettlebell in a gym, accompanying the tip "02|learn your environment" about exploring the gym layout.
for the girls with gym anxiety 😥
plan. prepare. execute AND repeat. i would get nervous when going to the gym and to be honest, i still do at times but these 5 things helped me throughout my gym sessions. we often feel like people are looking at us and sometimes, they may be but more times than not, they aren’t. when goin
R Y E S I A

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NERVOUS TO POST
This is a short narration of one of my vulnerabilities. Please scroll away if you have nothing nice to say! I struggle with imposter syndrome and can relate to almost all its aspects. Whenever I create content, I find myself constantly doubting my work. I worry about how it will be received and
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Putting God first is the cure to your anxiety
“When God says to not be anxious, it’s not a suggestion, but a command.” My journey with anxiety was an emotional rollercoaster until I learned the right way to respond. Once I finally gained the language to what I was experiencing in my body—irritation, nervousness, unable to sit still, etc.— I
Klarke

Klarke

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If Your Friend Does This… Pay Attention‼️‼️
I’ve had my share of bad friendships. It honestly still makes me sad to think about how people I called “friends” treated me through my teens and twenties. Letting go of those connections was painful even heartbreaking but I eventually realized I deserved better. It took self love, therapy, an
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✨Girl Talk: Elopement vs. Traditional Wedding✨
We actually get to do both! A few days ago, we quietly eloped in Vegas with just our parents, siblings, and grandparents. Since we live just over the Arizona border (only about an hour from Vegas), it was the easiest and most stress-free option. No decorations, no cake, no vendors — just a $500 tot
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Jay

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