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Not That Bad
Digital diary of a girl in her 20s trying to live a slow and meaningful life. Personal essays. Thoughts. Research. Recommendations. Adventures.
By Julia
· Launched a year ago
It's Summer Again
On my last summer as a kid, finding a job, and why being 21 is a scam
May 29•Julia
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December 19th: A Personal Essay
On writing, social media audiences, and what I’m up to
Dec 19, 2025•Julia
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When following my dreams turns into an existential spiral
On authenticity, feeling stuck, being scared I’ll never be fully satisfied
Nov 3, 2025•Julia
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December 19th: A Personal Essay
Dec 19, 2025•Julia
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Girl visits Vermont and never wants to return to civilization
Oct 21, 2025•Julia
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Let Me Introduce Myself
May 25, 2025•Julia
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Gratitude is a rebellion
Jun 4, 2025•Julia
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It's really not that bad
Jun 2, 2025•Julia
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When following my dreams turns into an existential spiral
On traveling to Vermont and rethinking my entire life
Oct 21, 2025•Julia
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Gratitude is a rebellion
Turning to gratitude in a world of hustle and productivity
Jun 4, 2025•Julia
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It's really not that bad
A brief history on our name and it's meaning
Jun 2, 2025•Julia
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Let Me Introduce Myself
May 25, 2025•Julia
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Welcome
May 22, 2025•Julia
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Not That Bad
Digital diary of a girl in her 20s trying to live a slow and meaningful life. Personal essays. Thoughts. Research. Recommendations. Adventures.