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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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Parenthood Alone: Perseverance and Self Awareness
Life Lessons ➤ April 28, 2024

Parenthood Alone: Perseverance and Self Awareness

Parenthood as a solo endeavor can be unexpected, highlighting the need for self-reliance, awareness of relationship red flags, and building a supportive network. Single parents grow in resilience and independence, demonstrating exceptional strength while ensuring the best for their children. These experiences offer lessons in perseverance and self-awareness for all.

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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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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 Power of Emotional Awareness: From Sadness to Disappointment
Interpersonal Trauma ➤ October 31, 2023

The Power of Emotional Awareness: From Sadness to Disappointment

Parenting is full of teachable moments – those precious opportunities to impart wisdom, foster growth, and deepen our connection with our children. Recently, I had one such moment while assisting my middle child with a...

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Finding Balance: Why I Choose to Allow My Kids to Have Sugar
Food ➤ September 26, 2023

Finding Balance: Why I Choose to Allow My Kids to Have Sugar

As a parent navigating the ever-evolving landscape of nutrition and wellness, I’ve often found myself grappling with the question of sugar – how much is too much, and how should it fit into my children’s...

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When Your Child Watches Porn: A Guide to Healthy and Supportive Parenting
Parenting ➤ July 21, 2023

When Your Child Watches Porn: A Guide to Healthy and Supportive Parenting

Let’s talk about a topic that many of us might find uncomfortable but is crucial to address—when your child starts watching pornographic content. It’s a moment that often catches us off guard and leaves us...

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It’s My Party, I Can Cry If I Want To
Parenting ➤ September 18, 2020

It’s My Party, I Can Cry If I Want To

My experience parenting with two young children. Ah, the joy, the love, and yes, the chaos! Because let’s be real, parenting one child can feel like a whirlwind at times, but throw another kiddo into...

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My Postpartum Body: A Journey Back to Self-Love
Lifestyle ➤ October 15, 2019

My Postpartum Body: A Journey Back to Self-Love

Welcoming the birth of my son into the world was a journey back to self-love in the wake of profound physical and emotional changes. For me, this journey began at the age of 24, after...

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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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