Personal Growth | Chronicles of J

"Raise your words, not voice. It is rain that grows flowers, not thunder."

-Rumi

It’s Time to Speak Up: How I Learned to say ‘This Isn’t Okay’

Oct 203 min read

It’s Time to Speak Up: How I Learned to say ‘This Isn’t Okay’

Looking back over the last few years, one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that being kind doesn’t mean staying silent. Growing up,...

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The Real Glow-Up: Lessons on Becoming the Best Version of You

SerinaJ

Oct 163 min read

The Real Glow-Up: Lessons on Becoming the Best Version of You

Growth is an incredible journey. It's filled with highs and lows, moments of clarity, and times of uncertainty. Looking back on my own...

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From Chaos to Clarity: Building a New Life Beyond Toxic Family

SerinaJ

Oct 23 min read

From Chaos to Clarity: Building a New Life Beyond Toxic Family

I’ve always loved the idea of family—what it represents, the warmth, the support, the laughter. But the truth is, growing up, I didn’t...

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Own Your Power: How to Handle Falsehoods & Jealousy with Grace

SerinaJ

Sep 243 min read

Own Your Power: How to Handle Falsehoods & Jealousy with Grace

In life, there’s always someone ready to tell you who they think you are, based on what they’ve heard from others. Maybe it’s a...

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From Jealousy to Clout Chasing: How to Deal with Toxic People in Your Life

SerinaJ

Sep 224 min read

From Jealousy to Clout Chasing: How to Deal with Toxic People in Your Life

Have you ever had to deal with people—whether friends, family, or strangers—who act terribly to your face but are quick to ride the...

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7 Signs Your Friendship Is No Longer Healthy and Needs to End

SerinaJ

Sep 194 min read

7 Signs Your Friendship Is No Longer Healthy and Needs to End

Friendships are meant to bring joy, support, and positivity into our lives. But sometimes, they can turn into something more toxic,...

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Finding the Courage to Ask for Help: A Personal Growth Story

SerinaJ

Sep 184 min read

Finding the Courage to Ask for Help: A Personal Growth Story

For the longest time, I thought asking for help was admitting defeat. I wore my independence like a badge of honor, convinced that I...

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Patience, Growth, and Change: A Guide to Personal and Professional Success

SerinaJ

Sep 92 min read

Patience, Growth, and Change: A Guide to Personal and Professional Success

Whether you're thinking about switching jobs, working on personal development, or striving to achieve new goals, the journey can feel...

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The Truth About Staying or Letting Go: Know Your Worth in Love

SerinaJ

Sep 33 min read

The Truth About Staying or Letting Go: Know Your Worth in Love

In the world of relationships, there often comes a time when you need to pause, reflect, and ask yourself: Is this truly worth...

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Breaking Free: Recognizing Negative Relationships and Finding Yourself Again

SerinaJ

Aug 282 min read

Breaking Free: Recognizing Negative Relationships and Finding Yourself Again

What is it about relationships that make us go blind to the signs? Reflecting on this, I realize that it wasn’t until I took a step back...

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Redefining Family Boundaries: When Letting Go is Necessary

SerinaJ

Aug 163 min read

Redefining Family Boundaries: When Letting Go is Necessary

We don’t get to choose our family, but I firmly believe that blood doesn’t automatically give someone the privilege to sit at your table....

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The Art of Mutual Respect: How to be Honest About Your Needs

SerinaJ

Aug 133 min read

The Art of Mutual Respect: How to be Honest About Your Needs

Healthy relationships are built on mutual respect, understanding, and clear communication. At the core of any successful relationship is...

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Finding Your Voice: How to Navigate Being Undermined in Different Aspects of Life

SerinaJ

Aug 123 min read

Finding Your Voice: How to Navigate Being Undermined in Different Aspects of Life

Being undermined is an experience that many of us will face at some point in our lives, whether it’s at work, in a relationship, or...

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Classy and Confident: Mastering the Art of Standing Your Ground

SerinaJ

Aug 92 min read

Classy and Confident: Mastering the Art of Standing Your Ground

In life, there are moments when we need to stand our ground and stay true to our beliefs and boundaries. It’s not always easy, especially...

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My Journey to Self-Growth: Realizing 'This Isn’t Me'

SerinaJ

Jul 212 min read

My Journey to Self-Growth: Realizing 'This Isn’t Me'

Have you ever found yourself in a situation at work, in a friendship, or in a relationship where you realized, "No, this isn’t me"? I...

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The Power of Self-Worth: Responding to Negativity

SerinaJ

Jul 53 min read

The Power of Self-Worth: Responding to Negativity

Have you ever felt the need to prove yourself to people who take pleasure in putting others down? I can definitely relate. Looking back...

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