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The Land Between
Central Park, NYC
Taken by Yessenia J. Rivera
  • What’s the worst that can happen?

    October 28, 2023 She flicked the switch, illuminating the room with a soft glow. Gazing into the looking glass, she whispered, “I can do this. I can do this. I CAN DO THIS.” The arduous task of proving herself had drained her energy, leaving her utterly fatigued. Yet, she understood that she must persevere. Movement

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  • Have You Been Outside Today?

    No estas depresivo, estas distraido. You are not depressed. You are distracted. – Facundo Cabral Finding Yourself in Nature’s Embrace: Creating Wholeness Have you ever felt lost in a sea of emotions, drowning in the depths of your own thoughts? Where is the happiness in the middle of all of this chaos within us and

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  • Finding Our Place in an Imperfect World

    There’s something profoundly human about the moment we pause mid-stride and ask ourselves: ‘Where do I belong in all of this?’ We begin with dreams of love, creation, and self-actualization, yet somewhere between intention and action, we often find ourselves lost in the maze of daily survival. The world’s imperfection isn’t a bug—it’s a feature.…

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  • The In-Between

    Sometimes, it’s hard to navigate life’s systemized approach—one that asks too much of us to fit into neat boxes of achievement and to conform to the looking glass through which others see us. As a little radical and unconventional being, I’ve had to be conscious about my decisions. Am I rebelling against a system that

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  • 2024 to 2025 ✨

    December 28, 2024 3 days until the end of 2024. Oh my! 2024 has definitely been the year of the most growth. I committed some old mistakes again; lessons I thought I had learned. I lost some people along the way. But this year I believe I truly gained myself. What a treasure. In all

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  • To All the Boys I Loved…

    From Love to Self-Acceptance: My Personal Revelation To all the boys I loved… To all the boys I broke my boundaries for, to appease you and make you feel cherished, even when I felt unseen and unloved. To all the boys who took advantage of my willingness, who mistook my need for connection as an

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  • Ser libre…

    Ser libre significa respirar en paz en el presente, no estar condenado a un pasado, mirar hacia el futuro sin temor a repetir los mismos errores. Aceptarse a uno mismo y a los demás sin prejuicios. Ser…simplemente ser, con la esperanza de mejorar cada día y crecer. Ser libre es sentir y oler el viento,

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  • Embracing the Beauty of Imperfection: The Art of Inner Kintsugi

    In the delicate art of Kintsugi, where broken pieces meet the radiant allure of gold, the essence of Eastern philosophy known as “Wabi-sabi” whispers of a profound truth: beauty blossoms in the perfectly imperfect cycle of life. Embracing the impermanent nature of existence, we are beckoned to honor the authenticity found in the graceful acceptance

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  • Healing Dance of Liberation

    Prelude: May this poem serve as a rhythm of movement in your healing journey. Rest in your worthiness and enoughness right now! Enjoy and explore life within and outside of yourself! In the dance of life, I find my way,My living is my healing, day by day.I surrender to the flow, letting things be,Embracing each

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  • Full & Eclipsed

    March 25, 2024 thought-i-had-buried-myself-deep-turns-out-i-had-just-planted-myself-2-1 “The Moon is a reminder that no matter what phase I’m in, I’m still whole” -Unknown In the tranquil dance of celestial bodies, the moon stands as a beacon of trust and resilience. Embracing its cyclical nature, the moon gracefully transitions through phases, unfazed by its moments of darkness. Even during

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  • Leave the light on: A Story About Self-Abandonment & Coming Back Home

    Welcome to “Leave the Light On”, a reflective journey of self-discovery and inner strength. In this blog post, I delve into the themes of self-abandonment, personal growth, and the pursuit of self-acceptance amidst the storms of life. Join me as I illuminate the path to self-compassion and resilience in times of darkness. Everything is changing…

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