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Dream Relationship Checklist

Surviving or ThrivingWhat if there was a checklist of things we could do to have our DREAM relationship? Dreaming, envisioning, aspiring, these are invitations to curiosity, hope, and self-awareness….

GROWING UP: THE JOURNEY TO ADULTHOOD

Adolescence: From Dependence to IndependenceGrowing up is exhausting work. As a teenager, I remember feeling like my world revolved around my social life. How I looked, what I wore,…

Widow Support Group

A Source of ComfortLosing a spouse is an emotionally devastating experience that can leave widows feeling overwhelmed and isolated. During such a challenging time, support groups can provide an…

Waiting for the other relationship shoe to drop

Last week, I caught up with my college best friend, who I hadn’t spoken with in a few months. During our phone call, she was telling me about her…

Loving Again

Love is a remarkable and complex emotion that can take us on unexpected journeys. It has the power to transform our lives, presenting us with new opportunities for growth…

Welcoming a New Baby, a Multi-Generational Perspective

A grandmother’s thoughts:A Leap of FaithMy daughter, Alison and her husband, Tom, just had a baby girl. She was born a month premature and is now about 10 weeks…

Divorce/Breakup: Unveiling the Benefits of a Support Group

You never imagine that you would break up the once blissful and loving relationship. The happily ever after was in your forever.  After a series of events, you find…

The Ties that Bind Adult Children and Parents

Nurturing Adult Parent-Child ConnectionsIn the complex tapestry of human relationships, few bonds hold as much significance as the one between parents and their adult children. This intricate dance of…

Support Your Partner’s Depression and Strengthen Your Relationship

Depression significantly affects the sufferer as well as, everyone around them. This is particularly true for partners in an intimate relationship. Depression is one of the most common mental…
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“The Stealthy Symptoms of Depression”

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder can include depressed mood, diminished interest or pleasure in activities, significant weight loss…
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Make Meaning: Are You Navigating the Grief Journey?

Grieving a parent is complex work As infants, we rely upon our parental figures and caregivers for constant support. We seek them out for food, nourishment, love, and attention. As…
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How Does it Feel to Be a Housewife in 2023?

My 10-year-old daughter posed the question that, threw me for a loop. She asked, ‘Mommy what is a housewife?’ My eyes opened wide with the look of utter surprise….