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Honoring Strength in Every Form


This month we pause to honor two journeys that touch countless lives: Mental Health Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Both remind us of the battles we carry within and the battles we carry in our bodies. They remind us of the silent nights, the moments gasping for air, the tears no one sees, and the victories that do not always make headlines.

We honor the struggles, the heavy weight of anxiety, the fear of diagnosis, the sleepless nights, the questions without answers.

We honor the survival, the deep breaths, the treatment plans, the counseling sessions, the quiet prayers, the sheer will to rise again.

We honor the stories, the voices that speak through pain and triumph, the courage to tell the truth, the wisdom shared to guide another.

We honor the clarity, the freedom that comes when the mind finds rest, when the body begins to heal, when joy dares to return.

To anyone carrying the weight of these journeys: you are not alone. There is help. There is hope. There is healing in tending to your mind and body. Reaching out for support is not weakness. It is the truest act of resilience.

-💚Protect your peace.
-💗Nurture your body.
-💚Celebrate your story.

Today, we rise together, for every survivor, every fighter, every soul still searching for air.

Two journeys, one strength.


Be Good to Yourself!
Nikki Sterling (Paragonwords)

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Until We Meet Again

Until We Meet Again: A Grief Journal” is a sacred space for those navigating the journey of grief. It is a place where hope finds its voice, where healing begins its tender work, and where the memory of a loved one is honored with every heartfelt word. This journal is a companion, offering solace and understanding, as you navigate the complex emotions of loss. Through reflection and remembrance, may you find comfort in the love that remains, and may each page be a testament to the enduring bond that lives on until you meet again.



As you write, reflect, and remember, may you find comfort in the beautiful moments you shared and strength in the love that will forever remain. Each page is a gentle reminder that you are not alone in your grief, and that hope shines brightly even in the darkest moments.



“Grief is the price we pay for having loved deeply.”

Blessings!
Nikki Sterling @paragonwords

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