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The book "Atomic Habits" by James Clear is displayed on a wooden table next to a laptop and coffee, with text highlighting its focus on building good habits through small steps.
The book "Deep Work" by Cal Newport is shown on a table with a croissant and water, accompanied by text emphasizing its rules for focused success and managing distractions.
4 books to get your life back
Okay, so picture this: You're scrolling through your phone, another notification pops up, and you think, "Ugh, where did the day go?!" 🙋‍♀️ If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. I used to be the queen of "busy but not productive," constantly juggling tasks but feeling l
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Meredith Jao

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An aerial view from an airplane window shows a coastal city, harbor, and ocean. Text overlay asks, "Have you been on an airplane?" with a cartoon airplane graphic.
An airplane wing extends over a vast landscape of fluffy white clouds and distant snow-capped mountains under a clear blue sky.
An airplane wing is silhouetted against a vibrant sunset, with bright sun rays piercing through clouds over the horizon.
Being able to travel is a blessing
I’m so lucky that I’ve been able to travel so many places at a young age. One of the good things about having a big immigrant family is that they’ve been scattered all over the world and we make it a priority to visit them. Alhamdulillah, despite it’s difficulties the life I live is an amazingly
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How I am able to Knit Faster! 🫶
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT6qwBvhD/ 🧶 ChiaoGoo 9-Inch Circular Needles: The Knitter’s Secret Weapon If you’ve ever struggled with juggling double-pointed needles or wrestling with magic loop, you need to try the ChiaoGoo 9-inch circular knitting needles. These tiny yet powerful needles are desi
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Vanessas Zawaski

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It Didn't Look Like Sadness. It Looked Like Never Being Able to Rest. 🤍
I spent months thinking I was just a worrier. That I was overthinking. That I needed to relax and enjoy my baby. 🤍 Nobody told me I was experiencing postpartum anxiety. Nobody gave it a name. Nobody said what you are living has a clinical diagnosis, it affects 1 in 5 new mothers, and it is not a c
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how i learned to love running (most of the time)
i just recently started running again after a 3-year hiatus and let me tell you… it wasn’t easy! i went from being able to run miles without stopping to feeling like a single mile was impossible! i’ve tried many times to get back into running over the course of the past 3 years, but i’d only ev
staci york 💛🍋

staci york 💛🍋

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love being able to have a productive morning 🤎
#productivemorningroutine #productivemorning #productivemornings #productivevlog #Lemon8
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Chyna Marie 🤎

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It’s Been A Dream Of Mine To Be Able To Do This 🥹
This one’s been on the vision board for a while. And honestly, not because we’re car people. Nice cars have never been something that have held a lot of value to us. But having something safer for the girls to ride in and more space for our family + just having a truck in general for my random D
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A hand holds an open book, with text visible on the pages, against a background of a framed poster and a white bookshelf. Overlaid text reads "bingeable books" and "contemporary fiction," suggesting a book recommendation.
A hand holds the book "WORRY" by Alexandra Tanner, featuring a cover with fruit on a striped towel. Overlaid text describes it as "A STORY THAT FOLLOWS TWO SISTERS-TURNED-ROOMMATES NAVIGATING ADULTHOOD IN BROOKLYN."
A white bookshelf displays various books, with "WORRY" by Alexandra Tanner centered. Overlaid text highlights the book's characteristics: "300 PAGES," "FAST PACED," and "HILARIOUS."
a very funny very bingeable read 📚
This was one of my favorite reads of last winter and I feel like I don’t talk about it enough. WORRY follows two sisters living in Brooklyn and all of their messy fumblings through life as they come to terms with being in their late 20s. The writing will make you laugh out loud and it’s written
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Being a GIRL in the MILITARY
No, it’s not that bad. Have I had some bad experiences? Sure. But overall, joining the military has brought so many positives to my life! 🌼QUALITY OF LIFE + PAY🌼 I honestly think I get compensated pretty damn well for having no prior experience + no college degree. I live in a really nice apart
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A person holds an open book, revealing text from a thriller novel. The image has an overlay that reads "A BINGEABLE THRILLER," suggesting an engaging read.
A hand holds the cover of the book "You Shouldn't Have Come Here" by Jeneva Rose, featuring a dark, atmospheric illustration of a house in the woods. The image includes text "YOU SHOULDN'T HAVE COME HERE BY JENEVA ROSE."
A hand holds the spine of the book "You Shouldn't Have Come Here" by Jeneva Rose. An overlay text states, "I DID NOT SEE THIS PLOT TWIST COMING!!!", emphasizing the book's surprising plot.
A Bingeable Read
This thriller was definitely one I read in one sitting! I had so many theories, but the ending threw me through a loop! You Shouldn’t Have Come Here by Jeneva Rose “Follows Grace Evans, who decides to escape her busy city life by booking an Airbnb on a ranch in the middle of nowhere Wyomin
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A person holds a smartphone displaying a selfie camera view of a woman, with camera controls visible. The image features text asking, "SCARED OF BEING A CONTENT CREATOR? HOW TO GET OVER YOUR FEAR OF POSTING," along with the Lemon8 logo and username.
A step-by-step plan for aspiring content creators is displayed on a blurred background. The plan outlines four key steps: starting new social media accounts, posting consistently, networking with other creators, and gradually informing one's personal community.
The image features text encouraging content creation this year, detailing the author's past fear of judgment and how they overcame it through "EXPOSURE THERAPY." A person wearing headphones is visible in the background, along with the Lemon8 logo and username.
CONQUER YOUR FEAR OF BEING A CONTENT CREATOR✨📷🖤
If you want to be a content creator but you’re scared of being judged… this post is FOR YOU. For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to be a content creator. I wanted to do Youtube when I was little and have tried on and off to MULTIPLE times over the past 10 years and never stuck with it. I
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Sarah Jolie 🌸

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A young woman with glasses sits on a bed with floral bedding, reading a book. A fan is on a bedside table. Text overlay reads: "My brain ruins my own sleep before I even get in bed."
A close-up of a bed with rumpled floral bedding and a pink blanket. A book is visible. Text describes sleep anxiety, including thoughts like "what if I can't fall asleep?" and checking the clock.
A young woman with glasses lies on an outdoor lounge chair. Text overlay discusses the vicious cycle of sleep anxiety, feeling mad about being tired, and the phrase "my anxieties have anxieties."
Anxious about not being able to sleep…can’t sleep
This happens to me way more than I want to admit. I’ll go to bed fully exhausted, ready to pass out, and then the second I think “what if I can’t fall asleep,” my whole body flips into panic mode. Suddenly I’m hot. My heart is pounding. I’m hyper aware of every sound. And once the thought starts
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alexa vicktoria

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Being College Student with Zero Stress ? ✨
Stress can feel like a constant companion, especially as a college student. However there is no reason to feel defeated and discouraged by stress, at least not continually. Here are my top tips on dealing with stress: 💡Validate Your Feelings : It’s okay to feel overwhelmed and stressed. I
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Stella Studies

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A young couple stands in front of a balloon arch and 'BABY' blocks, celebrating. The woman, who appears pregnant, smiles at the man, who points at her belly. The image highlights the title 'PERKS OF BEiNG a young mom'.
Two smiling women, one older and one younger, embrace in front of white paneled walls decorated with wreaths. The younger woman wears a striped dress and the older a striped shirt. The caption reads: 'OUR KiDS HAVE YOUNG GRANDPARENTS!'.
A young couple and a child are in a swimming pool. The man makes a funny face, while the woman smiles at the camera. The child is partially visible, holding an inflatable. The caption states: 'MY HUSBAND AND i WiLL BE iN OUR EARLY 4OS WHEN OUR YOUNGEST GRADUATES HiGH SCHOOL'.
perks of being a young mom 💚💜🩵
i had my first child when i was 22 and my husband was 23! now we are 25 and 26 with two kids and we absolutely love being young parents. there’s a lot of good reasons to wait until you’re older to have kids (and i do believe that for most people it’s probably better to wait until you’re older)
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I love Being Able To Take Stress Away , By Cooking
#foodie #cooking #foodideas #platewithapurpose #lemon
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To be able to read these for the first time
Mexican Gothic: I loved how smart and savvy Noemí was throughout the book. How even when she was scared, she tried to be logical and keep her wits about her. Noemí just has the vibe of “I don’t need no man”, but is still open to accepting love in her life. She had goals and objectives, and she st
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Amelia

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How to Ace an Interview!
Step 1: Do your research on the company you are applying for, they may ask what you know about their company and being able to answer this question shows the company that you really are interested in their company and the position. Step 2: Give Honest and positive answers to the questions being
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A young woman takes a selfie, with text overlay asking, "WHY DOES TRYING FEEL SO CRINGE? SCARED OF CHASING MY DREAMS IN FRONT OF PEOPLE I KNOW." The image reflects the article's theme of fear and embarrassment in pursuing entrepreneurial dreams.
A younger woman, labeled "17 YEAR OLD ME!!", stands between large tree trunks. Text overlays describe her hidden dreams of being an entrepreneur and the embarrassment she felt about them since high school.
A laptop screen displays a blog titled "from sarah jolie." Text overlays explain that she still hides her aspirations from her network and kept her blog a secret, feeling safer being seen by strangers.
I’m scared of being *found out* by my friends?? ☹️
Since high school, I’ve always had dreams of being an entrepreneur and self-employed. But I ALWAYS hid this part of me from almost everyone I knew. This dream was so embarrassing!! 🥺 I felt like it was cringe to even believe I could do it. So, with every business I’ve started, I’ve done it anonymou
Sarah Jolie 🌸

Sarah Jolie 🌸

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What I LOVE about being a developer…
You NEVER Stop learning! That is the main reason I became a dev. So, I just put my daughter down and now it’s time to start researching a service i’ve never used before so, I will be able to put it to use effectively in my code. I’ll also be studying up a bit more on this new language i’m coding in
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Angel

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A pile of red, pink, and gray boxes, many labeled 'HENRY HOME INTERIORS'. Overlay text reads: 'BEING AN INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENT IS WATCHING YOUR DESIGNS GO FROM..'
A hand-drawn sketch of a living room with a TV unit, sofa, armchair, and dining area. Overlay text reads: 'THIS (HAND DRAWN)'
A detailed digital rendering of a modern living room with a blue sofa, cream armchair, patterned wall, and wooden chandelier. Overlay text reads: 'TO THIS (DIGITAL SOFTWARE)'
Being an interior design student
I remember being so frustrated at my designs when I first started because I had all of these great ideas in my head but no way to get them into a project. My instructors were very adamant about starting from scratch and learning to do things by hand before allowing us to learn the software we neede
Maeleigh Drake

Maeleigh Drake

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ASMR Nimbo Lickables
Nimbo’s favorite thing! My husband always gave him the dry temptation. So this kitty was missing out on the best treat. I got him from the grocery store and when he liked it I ended up buying the 72 lickable treats from Costco. YESSS COSTCO HAVE THEM NOW!! For all pet lovers please check your n
Mona 🧚✨

Mona 🧚✨

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A private library study room with a laptop on a round table, featuring text overlays "My favorite study locations" and "Library private study rooms." The room has light-colored walls and a window.
A laptop open on a wooden table, likely in a bookstore, with a water bottle nearby. An overlay reads "Bookstore + Loop noise cancelling ear buds = ❤️😍," reflecting a study spot.
A laptop and notebook on a table inside a laundromat, with washing machines visible in the background. A blue overlay prominently displays the word "LAUNDROMAT," indicating a study location.
Where to Study 📚
Sometimes, home just isn’t it when it comes to getting stuff done. That’s why I rotate my favorite cozy little study spots: 📙Local Library: some libraries offer private study rooms, and mine has them for 2 hours at a time (if I get there and they’re not all taken!) If they are full, I go to a t
Reneè Nicole 💫🧿

Reneè Nicole 💫🧿

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5 Things To Do When Networking
As Creatives, it's common to have people genuinely interested in your work when they are within the space of experiencing it. What if you find yourself in an environment where people you want to connect with have not been exposed to your work? This is where networking comes into play, whi
Tally Ozegbe

Tally Ozegbe

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Two surgeons in an operating room, one with a headlamp and surgical loupes, performing surgery. The image introduces the topic of the best parts of being an operating room nurse.
A medical professional views brain scans on a monitor in an OR, highlighting the 1:1 patient ratio and teamwork among staff like nurses, surgeons, and anesthesiologists.
An overhead view of a person in teal scrubs holding a coffee cup, with an ID badge visible, illustrating the benefit of hospitals providing scrubs.
BEST Parts of Being an Operating Room Nurse
Here are some of my favorite parts about being an operating room nurse 💉1:1 nurse/patient ratio - 1:1 says enough -Focusing on one patient at a time - on top of being 1:1 in the OR the patient is asleep! 💉teamwork & collaboration - you are never alone in the OR. Their doctors ar
AlyssaN 🌸💕✨

AlyssaN 🌸💕✨

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A woman stands on a cliff overlooking the ocean and mountains, with text about lessons learned from dating after being single for 10 years. The sky is clear, and the landscape is rugged.
A woman sits on a cliff edge overlooking the ocean, with text advising against trying to be 'cooler' in relationships and emphasizing self-worth. She wears ripped jeans and a plaid shirt.
A sunset over the ocean with the sun low on the horizon. Text advises making a list of desired partner qualities, prioritizing feelings, and updating the list based on dating experiences.
Things I Learned From Being Single for 10 Years
I was single from 18-28… and I didn’t mind it one bit. I’ll be honest - a lot of people around me subconsciously and consciously made me feel like I was missing out, but once I start serial dating after a freak incident scared me - I wasn’t missing out on much. In fact, I didn’t find ‘the one’ u
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Taylorsometimes

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A Bingeable Romance
If you haven’t read Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez (or honestly any of Abby Jimenez’s books) you need to pick it up soon! Her romances are so bingeable, you won’t want to put the book down until it’s over. 6/5 stars for all of her books! #lemon8partner #lemon8bookclub #abbyjimenez
Khloemyers

Khloemyers

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A woman takes a mirror selfie, smiling, with the text "Pros + Cons Interpreter Edition" overlaid. The image also features a decorative wall hanging and a "Swipe" indicator.
A hand holds a black pen over a lined notepad, with text boxes stating "CONS: - Noisy Background - Stress" related to being an interpreter.
A hand types on a pink retro-style keyboard, with text boxes stating "PROS: - Rewarding - Helping People" related to being an interpreter.
My pros + cons of being an interpreter
Even though being an Interpreter is a very rewarding job it can be very stressful. Some of the Cons that come with being an Interpreter are: - the background noises 😅 Just recently I had to interpret for a conversation where there was a lot of background noise going on and it was hard for me
Vane 🎀

Vane 🎀

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Being Fruitful
I love getting creative through fruit, while being able to prioritize my health and wellbeing 😊 Btw: this is my first post on here and I’m not that familiar with it lol but I will try to start posting consistently on here as well #fruit #capcuttemplate #healthy #healthyrecipes #frui
Danika 💕

Danika 💕

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Art is many ways of being able to be expressive
#lifestyle #contentcreator #godisgood
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IngridMorales🙏🏽

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Noticing the Loop
Did you sit with the full moon’s energy this past weekend? When you connected with it, did it invite you to reflect on anything that may still have been looping from old systems… things that had been running on autopilot maybe even in the background ? What happened when the moon’s energy illu
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SixthSealofLight

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