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When my plants wither, it feels like a reflection of my own setbacks

Taking care of myself and my plants can be an uphill battle

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January 23, 2022 at 2:05 p.m. EST
(Bianca Xunise for The Washington Post)

At my big age, it’s easy to tell that social media is mostly performative. But even with that knowledge, I still end up comparing myself to others — especially when I fail to be the perfect plant parent.