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The doubts, feeling overwhelmed, burnout and worrying if you’re “good enough.” We’ve been there. But now we’re here to share stories, lessons, helpful tips and tools to help all of us chart a new path.

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Which type of eldest daughter are you?

Regardless of whether you were actually born first, you’re probably here because the eldest daughter archetype feels so friggin’ real to you.

But here at Eldest & Co., we’ve come to realize that there’s actually a couple of different types of eldest daughters and that figuring out which one you are can be key to figuring out how to unlock your next big phase of growth!

I need to know which type I am!

For the people pleaser, perfectionist, overachiever eldest daughter who’s ready to trade hustling to prove herself for more peace, confidence and calm

Because let’s be honest, being everything for everybody, caring what other people think, anxious attachment and hustle culture is really exhausting.

We get it.

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Why you have to feel your feelings

Emotions might be intense but they serve a purpose. Too many eldest daughters (maybe you?) are trying to talk themselves out of being anxious, upset or sad about something in their life, not realizing that suppressing our feelings makes everything harder. This article covers why you need to feel your feelings and the practical of “how” to start feeling your feelings if you’ve been pushing them away as long as you can remember.

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How to be happy single: finding fulfillment without waiting for a relationship

If you feel frustrated with being single because it feels like you’re living a lesser version of the life you could have and it makes you anxious to find your person, this article is for you. We’re talking what it actually takes to still feel fulfilled while single, without having to convince yourself that you don’t want a relationship. Because it’s okay to want a partner but we have to find a way to be happy in the meantime.

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What to do when self-doubt kicks in

Discover why your brain fights change and learn practical strategies to work with resistance instead of against it. Transform self-doubt into a sign you're on the right track toward personal growth and lasting change.

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Best ways to spend a Sunday in New York

Looking for the best ways to spend your Sunday afternoon in New York City? Let’s chat what we think is the best way to spend the day from grabbing a treat, exploring Central Park and immersing yourself in the vibrant art scene. Perfect for locals and visitors alike, discover how to make the most of your Sunday in NYC!

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What is Eldest Daughter Syndrome?

Being the eldest daughter comes with its own unique set of challenges and rewards. At Eldest & Co, we’re literally founded to explore the traits often seen in eldest daughters, the pressures they face, and the strengths they develop along the way and that starts with understanding Eldest Daughter Syndrome to begin with

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3 things you probably need to hear

If there's one thing I've learned since becoming a coach - what themes I start to notice in my clients or even in the comments I get on my most recent TikTok always seem to the things that everybody (and especially I) need to hear myself. 

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The Paris Guide

There’s a reason so many people have a love affair with Paris. People talk about it being the most romantic city in the world and think it’s for couples but I can think of at least dozens of people I know who found a little more love for themselves here

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What’s so important about confidence?

Why do we care so much about confidence to begin with? Why is this a concept that matters to so many people? If I had to guess, because we’ve seen over and over again that confident people seem to get better outcomes. Learn the truth about self-confidence and how to start taking action before you feel ready to create real, lasting change.

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How to know if you love yourself

So it’s time to explore why “loving yourself” is such common advice, how to know if you actually do, the signs that you might not, and then how to begin the journey of liking yourself, so you can eventually building towards that love.

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What your boss doesn’t want you to know about asking for a raise

Asking for a raise is one of those career moments that can feel incredibly intimidating, especially in your early 20s when everything still feels new. You know you’re working hard, showing up, and trying to make an impact but the actual act of going into somebody’s office and asking for money is a different level of intimidating.

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