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NOT OKAY
On April 25th I gave birth to my baby. I received 10 weeks of paid leave. I am now due back to work and I am not okay!!! I don’t want to go back but I know I have too 🥺🥺 This is going to be hard. I’m probably going to cry my first day back #babygirl #workingmom #nurse #nurselife
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Delusional Study Hacks I’m Lowkey Proud Of
1. Rival List 🥇 One day, I wrote down the names of classmates I refused to let outshine me. It started as a joke, but it lit a competitive fire in me. Whenever I wanted to procrastinate, I’d look at that list and suddenly remember I had something to prove. Petty? Maybe. Effective? Absolutely.
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emilie.studygram

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How I Uplift My Man with Love and Faith 💪✨
Friend, let’s talk about uplifting our men. Life can get heavy, and even the strongest men need to know we’re by their side, ready to lift them up. They deserve to feel supported, appreciated, and valued—not burdened or stressed. Here’s how I’m keeping my man encouraged and grounded every day, and
Kaliah Jynae

Kaliah Jynae

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A hand holds a thick, worn copy of a book, likely 'The Stand,' against a light background. The image is overlaid with text 'THE MOST Expensive Book I own' and decorative white lines and a green star.
The Most Expensive Book I Own
This is gonna be a long post, but I’m gonna tell a little story about these two books. If you don’t like long posts with no point, scroll on, this isn’t for you then 🩷 I hate to be super cliche, but unfortunately this is a little cliche, but, my all time favorite book is The Stand. I used to re
quinnireadssome

quinnireadssome

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A young woman with blonde braids, wearing a black sports bra, shorts, and a helmet, smiles on a staircase, with text "I'm 24 AND I'M NOT ASHAMED TO ADMIT...".
A split image shows a woman in gym attire, comparing her appearance before and after gaining weight, with text about starting the gym on Jan 1.
A close-up of a smiling woman in a swimming pool, with text about skin picking due to social media overconsumption and anxiety about aging.
Was I too honest? 🫣😅
I saw this trend going around Instagram, and I wanted to bring it here to Lemon8. Honestly, we all struggle with things, and we’re all just experiencing life for the first time. I’m so hard on myself, sometimes even on others, but I have to remind myself that we all have struggles. So maybe this
LEXYS JOURNAL😋

LEXYS JOURNAL😋

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Its okay I’m staring too
#subaru #jdm #subispeed #subie #wrx #subiflow #nfamous #cars #subielife
Logan Burns

Logan Burns

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Dear mom, i’m proud of you too
After becoming a mom, I looked in the mirror with so much gratitude. I loved what I had built. I loved the beautiful boys God blessed me with. 💛 But I also knew deep down… God wasn’t done with me yet. So I leveled up. I kept growing. I kept healing. I kept becoming the best version of mys
Amy Spade Elias

Amy Spade Elias

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Be proud to be married
In a world where so many people down talk marriage and I am proud to be a wife. I swear people everywhere are trying to down play marriage as if it’s “just a piece of paper” but that isn’t the case for me. My husband didn’t drag me through the mud and purposed when he wanted to settle. Ladies if yo
Cassy+4

Cassy+4

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Men have bad days too ♥️
Losing both grandparents in a year was incredibly hard. But on this day, he stayed strong for the kids, making sure they knew everything would be okay. I’m so proud of him. He’s not one to cry in front of others, but I know he lets it out when he’s alone. I just hope he knows I’m always here for
Brittany Aaron

Brittany Aaron

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A white page displays an encouraging message titled "I'M PROUD OF YOU" in black text. The message expresses pride in someone's endurance, achievements, resilience, and continuous effort to better themselves. The bottom left corner shows "lemon8" and the username "@amariswright111".
I’m proud of you
#proudofyou #healthylifestyle2024 #Lemon8Diary #shareyourthoughts #growth #Selflove #selfcare
Amaris

Amaris

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A woman takes a mirror selfie in a bedroom, wearing a white floral maxi dress with small pink and yellow flowers. Text overlay reads 'before you cancel me just hear me out...'. The room features a bed and a round wicker mirror.
A woman takes a mirror selfie, showing a white long-sleeved sweater with blue floral embroidery and light blue jeans. Text overlay states 'in a world that normalizes dressing in tops that look like bras..'.
A smiling woman takes a mirror selfie in a bedroom, wearing a dark gray button-up cardigan and black and white gingham shorts. Text overlay says 'i'm PROUD to own a clothing store for girls that provides the opposite'.
just hear me out okay?! 👀💕💕
#christian #christianliving #christianitytiktok #jesus
Shop Fruitful Co.

Shop Fruitful Co.

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It’s okay, I’m obsessed with me too 😉
#masks #cosplayer #obsessed #winks
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Quicksilver

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A light-colored page from a book displays a quote in black text: "know it's okay if today all you did was hold yourself together. - i'm proud of you." The Lemon8 logo and username @kianaazizian are at the bottom left.
i’m so proud of you 🫶🏽
#LoveYourself #selflove #quotesforlife #poets #poetsoflemon8 #poetry #poems #poemsdaily #loved
Kiana Azizian Poetry

Kiana Azizian Poetry

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A person reads a physical book on a cozy couch with a white blanket, surrounded by warm lighting from candles on a side table. The image has a text overlay: "I'M IN A READING SLUMP & THAT'S OKAY!".
A screenshot of a 2023 Reading Challenge showing a completed goal of 135 out of 80 books read, reaching 169%. A profile picture is visible on the left.
A screenshot of a 2024 Reading Challenge showing 25 out of 120 books read, indicating the reader is 15 books behind schedule and 21% complete. A profile picture is on the left.
I’M IN A READING SLUMP & THAT’S OKAY!
Book slumps 🙃 one of the most dreaded things for a reader to be in, and I’ve been in one for months 🥲🫢 but here’s the thing, it’s okay!!!! While I doubt I’m gonna complete my 2024 reading goal, I’m not too upset about it. This slow down, or “slump” has caused me to be pickier about the books I
blondegigi 🎀

blondegigi 🎀

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DV Is Never Okay 👎🏽
DV is never okay 👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽 I’m Proud She Spoke Out And Took The Right Steps ✨🤍🙏🏽 STOP THE ABUSE 😩 WE NEED OUR MOTHERS SISTERS DAUGHTERS NIECES AUNTIES COUSINS WE NEED THEM STOP HURTING US !!!!!!!! 🫶🏽🫶🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 ✨✨✨✨✨🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 DROP A PURPLE HEART SPREAD AWARENESS 💜💜💜💜💜 #fyp #enddomest
Des Talley 💅🏽

Des Talley 💅🏽

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A person's arm, adorned with a gold bracelet and heart tattoo, makes a peace sign while emerging from white bedding. Overlay text reads "THEY APOLOGIZED But it's not okay," reflecting the article's theme of not always accepting apologies as "okay."
10 response to an apology when it’s not okay
For the longest time, when someone apologizes to me, I would say it’s okay knowing I’m really not okay with just an apology. Recently, I’ve learned of other responses to an apology that helped me maintain healthy boundaries within my relationships. So next time you too can say this instead of
Janet Chase

Janet Chase

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u guys are too amazing. thank u 💜💜💜
Olivia Rodrigo

Olivia Rodrigo

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I’m not just proud of the products I take…
I’m not just proud of the products I take… I’m proud of the woman I’m becoming. I’m proud of the confidence I’ve gained. I’m proud of the energy I now have to pour into my kids. I’m proud of the people I’ve helped feel better in their own skin. That’s what being part of Arieyl has done for
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Jess💫PCOS-GIRLIE

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I’m Not Okay 🚨
We talk about the disconnect between external success and internal fulfillment, exploring how tying your worth to your role can disconnect you from your true self. We discuss how this realization isn't a crisis but a wake-up call—an opportunity to ask yourself what you truly want. We offer perm
Stacey Cook

Stacey Cook

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Okay I’m Obsessed! ✨
Hey Lemons!!! I wanted to share two fragrances that I just purchased over the past few weeks that I currently love! The first fragrance is the Kayali Vanilla Candy Rock Sugar that I purchased in store from Sephora. I decided to get the 1.7 oz for $100 instead of the travel sized one after I stalked
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Sheiskiymarie

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If your college offers none of these its okay too!
If your college offers none of these its okay too!
StylSpy

StylSpy

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My Husband and I Are TTC Together🫶✨
✨Preparing to welcome a new life into the world is both exciting and nerve-wracking. When my husband and I decided it was time to try for a baby, we knew we wanted to do everything we could to ensure our future little one would be as healthy as possible. 🍼💖 ✨What I didn’t expect? That this journ
anavagaoo

anavagaoo

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It’s okay✨
It is okay to do little weights. It’s okay to miss the gym a couple days in a row. You’re doing it, that’s what matters and I’m so proud of us!! #gymgirlie #gymmotivation #gym #relatable #momsoflemon8
Tay Beck

Tay Beck

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A game character dressed in a red and white cheerleader outfit with pom-poms, standing on a stage. The image highlights the theme 'cheerleader' for a 'DTI outfit'.
A game character wearing a black, white, and green 'super spy' themed outfit, standing on a stage during an intermission. The background includes plants and a black photo backdrop.
A game character dressed as 'Tori Vega from Victorious' in a purple top, blue jeans, and brown boots, representing the 'childhood show' theme. The character stands on a stage.
DTI outfits i'm the most proud of
#dti #lemon8challenge
fiona_claire

fiona_claire

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Okay, but first ❤️✨
Crazy to say, I am who I dreamt of being as a little girl. Making that little girl so proud. At least to some extent. Even in the areas I feel like I’ve fallen short, I have learned lessons from the losses. That in itself is a blessing. Forever evolving while becoming more aligned with all He has d
Ocie Allure

Ocie Allure

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I’m a little too proud of myself
Sometimes I get a little too excited when I finish projects
Simply Bri Creative

Simply Bri Creative

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A woman in a white crop top and jeans crouches between a white SUV and a black pickup truck, holding shopping bags. She shields her eyes from the sun. The image includes text expressing pride, reinforcing the article's supportive message.
Just wanted to say I’m so proud of you!
You been through alot , it’s okay to be stressed out and unhappy, I’m proud of you for keep moving forward.
Lovey

Lovey

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📚 College Progress Update: I’m So Proud of Me
When I say I’m locked in this year… I mean it 🙌🏽✨ Balancing life, motherhood, and school hasn’t been easy, but seeing my credits add up and grades locked in reminds me I’m THAT GIRL 🔥 Slowly but surely, I’m getting closer to my degree 🩺📚 If you’re in school too: • take it one term at a time
Ja’Naiyah

Ja’Naiyah

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A collage showcasing various calorie-deficit meals, including a snack box, pizza, quesadillas, avocado toast, a potato bowl, wontons with vegetables, and buffalo chicken dip with chips.
A small pizza on a low-carb tortilla, topped with turkey pepperoni, melted cheese, and sliced jalapeños, presented on a white plate.
A bento-style lunchbox containing mango chunks, strawberries, cottage cheese, and a small round cheese, with pretzels in a bag in the background.
Calorie deficit meals I’ve ate! 😍
Guys I’m down almost 60 pounds in a year!!!! These are some of the meals I’ve made and it took me a long time to discipline myself. I’ve never thought I’d be where I am now I’ve had so many ups and downs and given up a couple of times but kept getting back into it. Staying consistent was def
Shayla castro

Shayla castro

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It’s Okay To Be Gay 🏳️‍🌈
It’s ok to be gay, straight, bi, trans, etc. and don’t let those haters bring you down. #pride🏳️‍🌈 #pridemonth #lgbtqia #gaypride
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Summerking

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A young woman with blonde hair smiles while walking on a city sidewalk at night, with the title 'Why I Hate Clubbing In College (and that's okay!)' overlaid.
Two young women, dressed up, take a selfie, with one pouting and the other smiling. The text overlay reads 'GETTING READY IS BETTER THAN GOING OUT'.
A blurry, crowded scene with red lighting depicts a club or party environment. The text overlay states 'PEOPLE ARE MEAN (& NOT SOBER)'.
why i hate clubbing in college (and that’s okay!)
dun dun dun clubbing in college, let’s talk about it. in certain schools the name of the game is clubbing or going out and partying every night. if you go to a party school and that’s your thing i’m not going to sit here and shame you for it, because I love that for you, go out and do your th
maddie schultz

maddie schultz

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Dear mom, i’m proud of you too
#dearmom #lemon8contest #lovelettertomom
Lemon8reineleogane👸🏾❤️

Lemon8reineleogane👸🏾❤️

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Okay, okay, okay…maybe too many twists & turns
I may not have known Frieda like I thought I did. I’m no longer looking at the mystery man as the person of interest but now I think it may be Randy! I’m ready to see WHY we need Tom and his point of view with Daisy in this story. I feel like he’s the mystery man all grown up that Syd was lookin
Psycho-w/a Little Logic Author

Psycho-w/a Little Logic Author

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Its okay mom, ill make you proud one day
United States #lamp #usa
FUNDrive-Kylie

FUNDrive-Kylie

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✨ You’re gonna be okay ✨
You’re gonna be okay, I’m proud of you! #mentalhealthawareness #ibsurviving #ibsflareup #ibslife #chronicillness
IBSurviving

IBSurviving

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are you okay?
how have you been doing lately? it's all going to be okay... if no one has told you recently I'm so proud of you for everything you have accomplished. never forget that. ❤️ . . #positiveaffirmations #nobodyisperfect #mentalhealthawareness #proud
angel bug

angel bug

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An image with the text 'LEARN HOW TO SAY NO SOMETIMES' overlaid on a bright blue sky with clouds. Below, people walk through a futuristic archway labeled 'TOMORROWLAND' in a theme park setting, illustrating the importance of setting boundaries.
say no, it’s okay
A healthy habit I recently started doing is saying no when needed and set limits with work, social obligations, or screen time to avoid burnout. Saying no allows you to avoid taking on too much, which can lead to stress and anxiety. It helps you focus on what truly matters to you without feeling ov
cici

cici

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I’m proud to be a lesbian🌈
Don't waste your time in anger, regrets, worries, and grudges. Life is too short to be unhappy
Karen Jennifer

Karen Jennifer

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To choosing yourself is okay too
Rosie

Rosie

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I’m proud too
Mi amor don’t let people bring you down just so that they can bring themselves up #fyp #foryou #quotes
Andreã🥹

Andreã🥹

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Two baby bottles, one with blue measurement markings and one with black, both containing breast milk, displayed on a kitchen counter. The image has a text overlay 'PUMPS THAT I AM PROUD OF'.
Two empty, colorful baby bottles, one red and one green, with measurement scales, resting on a patterned kitchen towel.
A single baby bottle with black measurement markings, filled with breast milk, placed on a patterned kitchen towel.
pumps that i am proud of
some of my best pumping sessions that i had to take pictures of! i typically make 27-33 ounces a day. my best pump is in the mornings and i get 5-6 ounces on both sides! my other pumps are always around 3 ounces on each side sometimes more, sometimes less. 💌 Brand: Eufy, Tommee Tippee, Dr Bro
chloe | boy mom🤍

chloe | boy mom🤍

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their still so proud of you.
#hardtimes #youreokay #stayhere #youredoingamazing #youmatter #icareaboutyou .
NoNo_0404

NoNo_0404

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I’m so proud of ME!!!
Woke up feeling so proud of myself today! I stepped on the scale and saw 222.2. Just a few days ago, I was at 227.6, and honestly, I’m amazed at how quickly things are shifting. This liquid diet hasn’t been the easiest, but it’s already showing me that consistency really does pay off. I’ve been
ThaOfficialHarisha

ThaOfficialHarisha

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Natural Hair Journey 🥹🙌🏾 OKAY I GET IT ITS NOT 4C!🙄
Gezzz, yall are so quick to focus on the wrong thing it’s ridiculous!! “ITS NOT 4c” OKAY COOL, you don’t have to comment it AGAIN! 🤦🏾‍♀️It’s been said MANY times. GOD FORBID I CALL MY HAIR WHAT I FELT WAS MY TEXTURE MY WHOLE LIFE!!!! 🫣🤯 Yall cannot be THAT damn pressed that I called MY HAIR 4c and
Unique 🤍✨

Unique 🤍✨

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🖤A Face I can Be Proud Of🖤
#lemon8diarychallenge #gothmakeup #goth #beginnergoth #babybat #needtips #gothmusic #music I tried this look when I first started doing faces like this. It was very fun! Made a lot of mistakes, and I didn't fix them too much. I Just wanted to try something new! @_i6death on i
GhoulishSpecter

GhoulishSpecter

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Why I Quit Grad School 🙏
Many people talk about their successes on these apps—the highs but not the lows. I started my MBA program during the pandemic as a way to elevate my career and pass the time because I had no work. Once I got a job, I couldn’t balance having just moved out from my parent’s house, maintaining a home,
Mari 🌺

Mari 🌺

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