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Jillian Aurora
- Apr 28, 2021
- 2 min
The Illusion of Easy Exits
“There’s always a time to easily exit a relationship. It’s during those bad times that define a true power couple.” I read this comment a...
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Jillian Aurora
- Mar 27, 2021
- 1 min
"I Don't Accept No For An Answer"
“I don’t accept no for an answer” I have heard this statement glorified throughout my life. Endless persistence and determination. It’s...
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Jillian Aurora
- Mar 26, 2021
- 2 min
Stop Shutting It Out
Over the course of recovering from my codependency, I thought I had really mastered the idea of letting go of all expectations. I could...
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Jillian Aurora
- Mar 17, 2021
- 2 min
You Can't Will It To Be True
“He finally got his big wake up call.” “He has to learn his lesson now.” “There is no way he will drink again after this.” “He won’t hurt...
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Jillian Aurora
- Feb 26, 2021
- 1 min
Let's Talk About Loyalty
We traditionally see loyalty as a good thing. It’s one of the most POWERFUL values of the “good girl” identity. “I am GOOD because I am...
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Jillian Aurora
- Feb 6, 2021
- 2 min
Your Relationships Do Not Determine Your Worth
“She’s been married three times.” “She could’ve tried more to save the marriage.” “She needs to learn how to choose better men.” “If she...
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Jillian Aurora
- Dec 28, 2020
- 1 min
When Does It Get Easier?
When do I get to stop having these difficult conversations? When will people stop trying to break into my life, creating chaos? When will...
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Jillian Aurora
- Dec 23, 2020
- 3 min
Your Excuses are as Real as You Say They Are
I find it interesting, some people think I have the world and other people wonder how I could possibly be happy living so simply. Some...
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Jillian Aurora
- Dec 19, 2020
- 3 min
Violence is Not Unpredictable
We like to think red flags are mysterious. Hard to spot until it’s too late. Evasive. I disagree. I used to believe I “couldn’t know” if...
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Jillian Aurora
- Dec 18, 2020
- 1 min
Get NAKED
A little over a year ago, I made a decision. I decided I was willing to be true to myself and my calling, no matter the cost. I would be...
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Jillian Aurora
- Dec 9, 2020
- 1 min
Our "Politeness" is Killing Us
As women, we have been deeply conditioned to be polite at all costs. A man compliments you? Smile and say “thank you”. A man offers help?...
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Jillian Aurora
- Dec 5, 2020
- 1 min
Saying YES Will Always Have a Cost
Saying YES to courage and freedom will require you to say NO to a thousand safe and cautious opportunities. Saying YES to relationships...
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Jillian Aurora
- Nov 30, 2020
- 1 min
They will tell you you can't.
They will tell you you can’t. You can’t do it that way. You can’t say it that way. You can’t have those requirements. You can’t believe...
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Jillian Aurora
- Nov 25, 2020
- 2 min
But What If They Think I'm Difficult?
I’m a SNOB. And I’m ok with that. Back in the day, I avoided the perception of being a snob. High maintenance. Picky. Difficult....
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Jillian Aurora
- Nov 21, 2020
- 1 min
SUFFERING does not equal LOVE.
“Everyone else is a fucking POSER. I care about you for REAL.” “I won’t be like everyone else who has abandoned you.” We have often...
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Jillian Aurora
- Nov 16, 2020
- 2 min
Privacy is a DANGEROUS priority
A few years ago, I was shocked to find out a friend of mine had been murdered. Stabbed to death by her boyfriend and left in her bed....
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Jillian Aurora
- Nov 13, 2020
- 2 min
You can't do it ALL. Make your choice.
I used to have the biggest problem letting go of ANYTHING. Relationships Jobs Things Opportunities Commitments Businesses Projects I was...
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Jillian Aurora
- Nov 9, 2020
- 2 min
Reclaim Your Authority
“My husband won’t let me wear that.” “My partner won’t let me cut my hair.” “My spouse won’t let me compete in a fitness competition.”...
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Jillian Aurora
- Nov 5, 2020
- 2 min
Celebrate Those Who Are REPULSED By You
The other day, I informed someone my home was an alcohol free space and that he was not welcome to bring his beer inside. For a moment,...
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Jillian Aurora
- Nov 4, 2020
- 2 min
Are You Really "Over It"?
If I had a nickel for every time I heard a woman say she “just couldn’t do this anymore”, I’d be retired. I remember many moments like...
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