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Life has a knack for throwing curveballs, doesn't it? We barrel through, tackling challenges head-on, until suddenly, we hit a wall. For me, that wall was menopause. One minute, I was confidently navigating life's twists and turns, and the next, I was an emotional rollercoaster hurtling out of control. Add in a marriage that had run its course, and a relationship I never should have started because there were so many many red flags and warning bells but I chose to ignore them!

And then I found myself at a crossroads. It was time for a change — a change that began with rediscovering the lost art of self-care.

I used to think self-care meant indulging in occasional spa days or escaping on a weekend retreat. But as life unravelled, I realised it's the small, everyday moments that truly matter. So, armed with determination, I embarked on a journey to simplify self-care and find joy in the mundane.

Read more: Self-Care Simplified: Finding Joy in Everyday Moments

In a world where cautionary tales and horror stories about red flags dominate our conversations, it's high time we give credit where credit is due: to the unsung heroes of the relationship realm, the mighty green flags. These beacons of positivity, these indicators of genuine connection, often flutter quietly in the background, overshadowed by the thunderous warnings of their crimson counterparts. But fear not, for today, we embark on a grand exploration of the verdant wonders that signify the promise of something truly special.

Read more: The Glorious Green Flags: Navigating the Landscape of Healthy Relationships

In a world where self-improvement is all the rage, we often find ourselves scrutinising every petal, every leaf of our being, trying to fix what we perceive as flaws. But wait, hold your watering can! What if I told you that the solution isn't to trim, tweak, or tear ourselves apart, but to nurture the environment in which we grow? Yep, it's time to take a leaf out of Mother Nature's book and learn a thing or two from the flowers.

Picture this: you've got a beautiful bloom sitting on your windowsill, but instead of flourishing, it's looking droopier than a soggy daisy in a downpour. Do you start plucking petals, yelling, "He loves me, he loves me not"? No! You check the environment. Is it getting enough sunlight? Is the soil just right? Maybe it needs a little more water or a good talking to (hey, plants respond to positive affirmations too. It’s why my garden grows so beautifully!).

Read more: The Blossoming Revolution: Why We Should Bloom Like Flowers

Have you ever found yourself entangled in the bewildering web of indecision, doubt, and the haunting spectre of fear? It's a place we've all danced with at some point in our lives. Indecision tiptoes in, planting the pesky seeds of doubt that, if left unchecked, can sprout into the towering tree of fear.

But let me tell you this: breaking free from this chaotic tango is an adventure worth embarking on. It begins with that first step, no matter how minuscule it may appear. Progress is a newborn star, and it only shines when you're in motion, actively chasing your dreams. When you stand still, indecision takes root, casting an ever-expanding shadow of doubt that can eclipse the road to clarity.

You know you're on the right path when your heart sings, and your gut instinct is doing cartwheels of affirmation. Yet, like a sneaky cat burglar, doubt can sneak into your mind, stealthily whispering negative nothings into your ear. Trust me, it's a universal experience – a shared rite of passage.

Read more: Unleash Your Inner Dynamo: Defying Doubt, Embracing Action, and Manifesting Your Dreams