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Mothers and daughters
The mother-daughter relationship is a powerful and complex bond that can either be the greatest relationship or the worst. It’s important to understand that a mother has the power to profoundly influence her daughter’s self-worth, body image and overall sense of self. The wrong words or actions can cause emotional damage and possibly severe the…
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Why are women opting out of relationships?
There is a notable trend these days that indicates women are choosing to opt out of relationships by choosing to be single, prioritizing personal freedom, independence and fulfillment over unsatisfying partnerships. Women are disillusioned with the modern dating scene, choosing to pursue personal growth and financial security instead. Women are increasingly focused on careers, friendships…
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Can swear words have value?
Swear words, cuss words, profanity, bad language or taboo words…no matter what you call it, it’s all the same. But words are just words. They only take on the value that we give them. So, are they really bad? And if they are considered bad, why do people swear? The value of those naughty words…
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Do women really need men?
The debate over this question is endless. We, as humans, need relationships with others. That’s a given. We all need a sense of belonging and intimacy that is found through relationships. And by intimacy, I don’t necessarily mean sexual. You can be fulfilled by sharing your inner thoughts and desires with a close friend or…
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The Value of Friendship
Friendship is defined as a mutual bond of trust, care, and support between people. It’s built on shared understanding, respect and connection, where all individuals value each other’s presence and well-being. Unlike family or professional ties, friendship is chosen – it thrives on genuine companionship, loyalty, and comfort of being accepted as you are. There…
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Recognizing and coping with abuse
What comes to mind when you hear the word abuse? Do you automatically think of physical abuse? I think most people do. But abuse isn’t necessarily physical. It can also be emotional, verbal or psychological…which all leave deep scars that affect every aspect of life. Coping with abuse starts with recognizing it is never your…
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Silencing of your voice
Manipulation and abuse, whether emotional, psychological, or physical, are powerful forces that can gradually erode a woman’s sense of self. These tactics are often subtle at first – criticism disguised as concern, control masked as protection – but over time, they chip away at a woman’s confidence, autonomy, and inner voice. When a woman is…
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The Power of the Boob
In researching this topic, I came across some fascinating articles, some of which made me laugh out loud. One said that men’s fascination with the female breast is related to their search for a partner and her ability to be a mother to his children. Now we know that’s a load of crap. I don’t…
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Menopause 101
Unless you’ve experienced any or all of the symptoms of menopause, you have no idea what hell on earth is like. To men, it’s the source of a joke. But to the women experiencing it, there’s nothing funny about it. Menopause is defined by 12 consecutive months without a period. But the decline in ovarian…