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Why I Hate “Fake It Till You Make It”—and Why We Don’t Have a Good Alternative

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Why I Hate “Fake It Till You Make It”—and Why We Don’t Have a Good Alternative

Because sometimes pretending is the only thing paying the bills.

Live, Laugh, Lie

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Live, Laugh, Lie

Why Happiness Isn’t a Choice — And the Truth About High-Functioning Happiness

Here’s Everything Wrong With Me

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Here’s Everything Wrong With Me

Why I felt compelled to disclose my damage before anyone got close.