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    Skin care routine

    I might recommend Tarsum shampoo as well. It's strong and also prescription strength, but you can buy it on Amazon. My dermatologist recommended it since I tend to have very dry skin and scalp that is prone to flake. For my face, Neutrogena Hydro Boost moisturizer has been a lifesaver.
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    Coping with Social Anxiety (Parties are Painful)

    I also deal with social anxiety. I do take medication, but I've slowly learned how to handle bigger groups. Mostly it involves going with a friend to meet a very small group of people. I tend to do better in smaller groups. Once I get to know people in a small, relaxed atmosphere, I can start...
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    Music that touches and heals the soul

    Some folk music is nice, too. I'm a fan of Cat Stevens, and his music makes me feel a lot better if I'm feeling down or having self-doubt. My favorites are "If You Want To Sing Out" and "Don't Be Shy."
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    5 Secrets to Writing Non-Sucky Copy For ANY Medium

    Thanks for sharing! I'm working towards my goal of becoming a full-time writer. This will be really helpful.
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    Young adult books

    1. Where the Red Fern Grows 2. Maniac Magee 3. Little Women 4. Anne of Green Gables Just some favorites that I read at that age both in school and on my own.
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    Keeping Family Close

    I try to schedule regular phone calls with family members to keep in touch. My grandmother and I have had a standing Thursday evening call for years.
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    Start writing

    Hi Delia, WordPress is a blog and web page hosting site. You can post your blogs and design your site using their tools. If you're just doing it for yourself for fun and not for business purposes, you can get it for free. I use it, and it's popular with most bloggers. www.wordpress.com
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    Start writing

    Absolutely go for it! I'm working towards a writing career myself. I was told that having a blog can really help showcase your work, too, so I set one up on Wordpress. Maybe you could post some small pieces just to try to get a test run going? Plus, you don't have to use your real name if you...
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    Yoga: physical and mental benefits

    I've actually come to really like yoga. I used to brush it off, but I have found that it actually helps me with my anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Part of it is that I'm so focused on doing the poses that I don't have time to focus on my anxiety! I think I have come to enjoy Vinyasa Yoga or Yoga...
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    Starting as a freelance writer and blogger

    I started a blog recently, too! I know it can be challenging to write that first post and introduce yourself (I don't always like writing about myself). As much as I can get nervous about posting, there are two things I have found to be helpful. First I sometimes start by drafting my thoughts...

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