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The Loneliness Epidemic and Your Mental Health: How to Feel Connected in a Disconnected World
Depression ➤ March 18, 2024

The Loneliness Epidemic and Your Mental Health: How to Feel Connected in a Disconnected World

In an increasingly interconnected world, it may seem paradoxical that loneliness has become an epidemic. Yet, despite our digital connections, many individuals are experiencing profound feelings of isolation and disconnection. The good news is that...

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Navigating Co-Parenting While Healing: Strategies for Self-Preservation
Parenting ➤ March 13, 2024

Navigating Co-Parenting While Healing: Strategies for Self-Preservation

In Keke Palmers’ latest episode of her podcast Baby it’s Keke Palmer with Dr. Drew Pinsky, she opened up about her experiences with co-parenting and the challenges of healing while sharing parenting duties with an...

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Love is Blind: Unraveling Intergenerational Relationships and their Impact on Marriage and Behavior
Love and Relationship ➤ March 12, 2024

Love is Blind: Unraveling Intergenerational Relationships and their Impact on Marriage and Behavior

The recent finale episode of Love is Blind has sparked conversations about the intricacies of intergenerational relationships and their profound impact on individuals, particularly in the context of marriage. One of the most striking moments...

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Scarcity Mindset: How It Impacts Weight Loss and Overcoming Childhood Habits
Food ➤ February 18, 2024

Scarcity Mindset: How It Impacts Weight Loss and Overcoming Childhood Habits

In the journey towards weight loss and healthy living, our mindset plays a pivotal role. For many of us, our relationship with food is deeply rooted in childhood experiences and learned behaviors – and for...

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Snow Days and Screen Time: Finding the Balance in Remote Learning
Parenting ➤ February 13, 2024

Snow Days and Screen Time: Finding the Balance in Remote Learning

As a mom of three children in public schools, snow days in New York City often mean a shift to remote learning. Today, the first snow storm of the season fell and my home transformed...

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The Quest for a “Nice Guy”: Red Flags to Watch Out for in Your Search for Love
Uncategorized ➤ February 13, 2024

The Quest for a “Nice Guy”: Red Flags to Watch Out for in Your Search for Love

Many of us have heard our girlfriends say time and time again – “I just want a nice guy.” It’s a sentiment that’s echoed in countless conversations about dating, relationships, and the qualities we value...

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When to Wave the White Flag: Deciding It’s Time to Seek Professional Help
Interpersonal Trauma ➤ February 10, 2024

When to Wave the White Flag: Deciding It’s Time to Seek Professional Help

A topic that’s often shrouded in uncertainty and stigma but is absolutely essential for our mental and emotional well-being – knowing when it’s time to wave the white flag and seek professional help from a...

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Why Not Forgiving Can Be Liberating: A Perspective on Amber Rose’s Podcast Clip
Life Lessons ➤ February 7, 2024

Why Not Forgiving Can Be Liberating: A Perspective on Amber Rose’s Podcast Clip

By now, many of us have seen the viral clip from Amber Rose’s podcast where she boldly declares, “I don’t forgive.” Her words sparked a wave of debate and controversy, with some applauding her honesty...

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Spirituality and Mental Health: A Collaboration  for Healing
Life Lessons ➤ February 2, 2024

Spirituality and Mental Health: A Collaboration for Healing

Let’s talk about spirituality and mental health – because let’s face it, sometimes life is like a circus and we’re all just trying to juggle without dropping any balls (or, you know, our minds). So,...

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Embrace the Ride: Achieve Goals and Find Happiness Along the Way
Life Lessons ➤ January 10, 2024

Embrace the Ride: Achieve Goals and Find Happiness Along the Way

Are you tired of waiting for that elusive “happiness feeling” after achieving your goals? Well, I’ve got great news for you—happiness isn’t a destination; it’s a ride you can enjoy throughout your journey to success!...

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Welcome to my blog! Here you'll find musings about life lessons, beauty,  product reviews, and entries about my weight-loss journey, and a shameless plug or two (or three). I'm always looking for cool people to work with. Contact me!

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Unmasking Impostor Syndrome: The Hidden Link to Internalized Racism
Life Lessons ➤ November 23, 2024

Unmasking Impostor Syndrome: The Hidden Link to Internalized Racism

The author explores their personal struggle with impostor syndrome, revealing its connection to internalized racism. Despite achievements, feelings of inadequacy stemmed from societal biases. A pivotal moment in therapy prompted the realization that systemic oppression informs self-perception. Acknowledging this link led to strategies for healing and empowerment, emphasizing community support.

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Forgiving Ourselves as Parents and Healing Our Inner Child: A Reflection on Cam Newton’s  Episode with Iyanla Vanzant
Parenting ➤ September 16, 2024

Forgiving Ourselves as Parents and Healing Our Inner Child: A Reflection on Cam Newton’s Episode with Iyanla Vanzant

Iyanla Vanzant's conversation with Cam Newton highlights the complexities of parenting, inner healing, and self-forgiveness. She candidly admits being a "horrible mother but a great father," reflecting on her emotional struggles and the dual roles parents often juggle. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and healing, impacting both parents and children.

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Masculine and Feminine Energy in Relationships and Dating: Insights from Object Relations and the Whoreible Decisions Episode with Anwar
Love and Relationship ➤ September 15, 2024

Masculine and Feminine Energy in Relationships and Dating: Insights from Object Relations and the Whoreible Decisions Episode with Anwar

The rise of terms like "masculine energy" and "feminine energy" has ignited discussions about their impact on relationships and personal identity. These energies, often developed through early caregiver relationships, influence attraction and compatibility. Object relations theory helps explain these dynamics, revealing how balance and understanding of these energies can lead to healthier and more fulfilling relationships.

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