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 […]
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 […]
Stepmoms: 5 ways to prioritize your relationship as a stepcouple
When things aren’t going well in our closest most intimate relationships, it becomes a constant worry on our minds. We feel that everything is turned upside down. Our relationship with our partners should be at the top of the chain and one of the most critical items to prioritize on our “to do” or “to […]