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Emotions While this may seem counter intuitive, sometimes the way we know we are prospering as humans is through our ability to feel and...

Stigma In addition to the pressure of motherhood, many women face fears associated with PPD. Most often, feelings of shame or guilt...

“Where Fear Is, Happiness Is Not” –Author Unknown I didn’t realize it at the time, but throughout my child’s first three years, I had...

Breaking Out of Your Slump Now, I am not here to say that we will all break out of our slump the next day. However, the story holds a...

This expectation (conscious or subconscious) that your spouse is going to be able to magically fulfill all of your emotional needs will...

In some ways, we are like the glass water bottle and our emotions are the water. It is not uncommon to bottle up uncomfortable emotions...

Understanding the difference between guilt and shame Guilt (I’ve done something bad) Guilt is what we feel when we’ve done something...

Givers Common questions heard from a giver are, “What can I do for you?” or “How can I help?” They are always looking for ways to take...

Please note that these feelings are normal following childbirth. According to the Texas Children’s Hospital and Pavilion for Women’s...

Over the next several years, my workout recovery time (probably also due to my age) was slowing down considerably. After each workout, I...

“To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance!” Oscar Wilde History of Valentine’s Day The history of Valentine’s Day is...

Women Headlines showcase the harassment of women in the workplace. They  are viewed negatively for traits that men are praised to have....

The Truth behind the Highlight Reel The Reality We need to learn how to know better. How do you balance the happy and the sad...

Unfortunately, the track around this pond is one of those paths covered with small pebbles. It is inevitable that a small rock always...

We all have moments of obsession. Sometimes, they can be more trivial, like loving a new song on the radio. The obsessions can be more...

Take a long hard look at your life. What tweaks and changes could be made to assist you in living in a healthier and happier way?  If you...

To be honest, I don’t know where to start with addressing you. We have had so many ups and downs. I guess you have taught me some...

“…neurochemicals – dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin – surge through the body, igniting the euphoric feelings that come with falling...

Trauma Intake You are constantly intaking trauma throughout the day.  So the big question is; what is your daily trauma intake?  Have you...

Networking Volunteering helps us connect with people who want to be a part of effective change. People who volunteer or who aim to help...