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Mighties, we know all too well what it’s like to spend time waiting—whether that’s in a physical waiting room, on hold over the phone, or virtually through telehealth. Depending on the type of appointment, where we go and how we communicate with a medical professional can look very different.

What’s the longest amount of time you’ve spent waiting to see or speak with your doctor or another medical professional for an appointment?

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I’ve been reflecting a lot on what I need from myself at this point in my life, and on the emotions, symptoms, and overall challenges that have been taking center stage in my mind and day-to-day experience. In a post I shared last week about shame (you can find it here: No Shame ), I talked about how shame has impacted my sense of hope. I’m also noticing how it has shaped my avoidant tendencies, isolation, and depression.

I want to put myself out there more—but in ways that feel safe. I want to better understand what safety feels like and learn how to create that sense of safety within myself, so the outside world doesn’t feel quite as scary.

What’s an emotion or symptom you want to cope with better? What are some steps you can take to begin that process?

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Dory in Pixar's "Finding Nemo'' famously embraced the phrase "just keep swimming”; while Timon and Pumbaa in Disney's "Lion King" repeatedly sang "Hakuna Matata" (which means no worries, of course). Both are memorable phrases and mottos that remind us it's possible to keep moving forward.

What mottos or truths do you go by that help you keep going?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks said her motto is to remember that "it's OK to always be gentle with herself and her journey."

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Living-yet dying.
In pain, though I’m healed.
Poured on anointing,
through Jesus I’m sealed.

Unprofitable and plenty.
Receiving and waiting,
A sculpting-
His carving!

Abased and abound.
Filled-
not hungry.
The cave with the stone…
Rolled-
found empty.
My Lord on the throne,
I serve-
so humbly.
Walking with Him (narrow path)
no stumbling.

The Lion,
The Lamb,
My name on His hand.
Waters were stilled.
Slung Stones.
My giants were killed!
oh..waters were stilled.
Slung stones.
My giants were killed.

1 John 2:20
But you have an anointing
from The Holy One.

Ephesians 1:13-14
And you were also included in Christ…having believed you were marked in Him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit.

2 Corinthians 4:10-11
We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body. For we who are alive are constantly being given over to death for Jesus’ sake.

Isaiah 53:5
The punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His wounds we are healed.

Isaiah 49:16
See, I have engraved your name on the palms of My hand.

1 Samuel 17:49
David slung one stone and struck Goliath down.

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Making mistakes is a normal part of life. Through them, we learn, adapt, adjust, change, and ultimately grow. Whether a mistake led to short- or long-term consequences, coming to terms with what happened can take time and patience.

Often, the hardest part isn’t the mistake itself, but the process of understanding it over time.

💌 Gentle reminder: We are still worthy of good things even if we've made mistakes!

How do you come to terms with past mistakes? What helps you process, heal, or move forward? Feel free to share a thought, strategy, or reminder with us below.

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Creating boundaries, limits, or self-rules around my sleep routine can be really hard for me, but I know how important it is. A lack of sleep can significantly impact the symptoms I experience, both mentally and physically.

One boundary I want to create is getting at least 7–8 hours of sleep (ideally 8, though I know that can be challenging at times). I also want to practice patience with myself on nights when I get less rest—by going slower the next day, taking my time, and being kind to myself and my expectations.

My goal is to be more consistent with when I start winding down for bed, intentionally building real sleep habits and sticking to them. I want to practice more discipline around my sleep because it’s such an important part of my health.

What about you? What boundaries do you have—or want to create—around your sleep schedule or routine?

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