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Happily Ever After Doesn’t Look the Way You Think It Does
Happily Ever After Doesn’t Look the Way You Think It Does
But that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth having or pursuing.
Shannon Hilson
Feb 18, 2022
Never Be Ashamed of Your Big Heart
Never Be Ashamed of Your Big Heart
Even though it may not always feel that way, it’s a strength, not a weakness.
Shannon Hilson
Dec 5, 2021
What Extroverts Keep Getting Epically Wrong About Introverts
What Extroverts Keep Getting Epically Wrong About Introverts
No, we don’t secretly long to be different. And yes, you actually can “meet someone” sitting on your ass at home.
Shannon Hilson
Oct 25, 2021
7 Small Things That Speak Volumes About Another Person
7 Small Things That Speak Volumes About Another Person
It’s easier to read other people and see what you’re getting into than you think. You just need to know what to look for.
Shannon Hilson
Oct 20, 2021
It’s OK to Dream Small, Too
It’s OK to Dream Small, Too
I no longer allow people to tell me the things I want most out of life aren’t impressive enough. You shouldn’t either.
Shannon Hilson
Oct 16, 2021
You Can’t Force Her to Choose You
You Can’t Force Her to Choose You
And if you really want to be happy, you won’t try.
Shannon Hilson
Oct 12, 2021
4 Productivity Commandments That Were Made to Be Broken
4 Productivity Commandments That Were Made to Be Broken
If you work for yourself, you’re allowed to take a sledgehammer to rules that don’t work for you. Start with these.
Shannon Hilson
Sep 11, 2021
You’re Allowed to Be Picky About Who You Let into Your Life
You’re Allowed to Be Picky About Who You Let into Your Life
And you don’t have to apologize for, explain, or justify your decisions to anyone.
Shannon Hilson
Sep 8, 2021
5 Simple Choices That Gave Me My Sense of Peace Back
5 Simple Choices That Gave Me My Sense of Peace Back
I used to think happiness was something I had to earn to deserve it. Not anymore and never again.
Shannon Hilson
Sep 1, 2021
I Totally Get Why Some People Secretly Love Wearing Their Masks Now
I Totally Get Why Some People Secretly Love Wearing Their Masks Now
For this introvert on the spectrum, it makes being out in public a little easier to handle in more ways than one.
Shannon Hilson
Aug 29, 2021
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