You Cannot Self-Care Your Way to Joy @katecbowler

You Cannot Self-Care Your Way to Joy @katecbowler

Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

No shade to self-care, she's necessary and we love her. BUT, dear reader, do not confuse maintenance with meaning. JOY doesn't care what you look like, or where you're at in life - it will show up, anyway. I swear.

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