As a black woman, you may find the “strong black woman” stereotype consistently thrust upon you. While this isn’t always a bad thing, stereotypes can be damaging to your personal growth. When people see you as strong, this isn’t inherently negative. However, it may cause you to feel like you need to mask your emotions […]
Stepmoms: 5 Reasons You Might Feel Depressed
The transition to becoming a stepmom can feel incredibly daunting. Not only are you trying to make a romantic relationship work, but you’re also trying to make a relationship work with your partner’s children. There is no guarantee that you will hit it off, and it will likely take several months to possibly years of […]
How to Set Boundaries When Dating a Single Dad
The dynamics of dating have changed drastically over the last few decades. It has become quite likely that you will date a single parent at some point in your life. If you find yourself dating a single dad, you may have some reservations. It’s okay to feel nervous about dating someone with children. Luckily, by […]
5 ways to cultivate an attitude of gratitude
November often commemorates the beginning of the Holiday season. With Thanksgiving right around the corner, there is often pressure to put on large parties and attend special events related to expressing gratitude for what we have. Unfortunately for many individuals, families, and stepfamilies the holidays often mark the beginning of a stressful time. Not […]
6 red flags of a potentially abusive relationship.
October is the month of domestic violence awareness. October also marks a time of the year to acknowledge things that being about fear; with the celebration of Halloween. In honor of both of these observances, Domestic violence is an essential topic of discussion for all types of relationships. People have many opinions and myths about […]