Latest posts
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How to recognize a misogynist
I keep coming back to this subject because it continues to be an issue for too many women. And now we have so many misogynistic men in our government actively trying to suppress women and their rights. This angers me to my core. As a young woman, I was never told about this type of
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Living with fear
Whether consciously or sub-consciously, from the time we are born, we are programmed to be fearful . And not only fearful, but subjected by society, meaning by men, to restrictions of what they deem as permissible. We hear repeatedly what a “woman’s job” is supposed to be. And behind that restrictive behavior lies fear. Fear
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Menopause just keeps giving…
I thought I had an understanding about menopause, but then I came across some information that made me sit up and take notice. We all know about the night sweats and hot flashes, but apparently, there’s a whole list of random symptoms that aren’t talked about. For years, I have had an annoying issue with
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Red Flags
When we fall in love, we don’t think about red flags. That warm rush of dopamine blinds us from all but the joy we’re feeling from this new relationship. Looking for a problem isn’t even on the radar. But more and more, women are realizing that even though they are feeling all warm and fuzzy
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Are you depressed?
Life isn’t always easy. Stressful situations can come from left field at any given point in time and challenge our sense of well-being and balance. These moments can be disturbing and unsettling, but happen to everyone at some point in life. It’s important that you know that you are not alone in the struggle. And
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Saving Grace and Motherhood
I will state this right up front…motherhood is not for everyone. Some women simply have no interest in being a mother, others are not equipped emotionally or financially for the task. This brings me back to a previous post regarding body autonomy. It is the right of every woman to decide what to do with
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The Power of Words
All words have potential power whether spoken, written, or simply the words in our own minds. That is a powerful statement but holds great truth. The words we use repeatedly to describe ourselves or others are some of the most powerful forces in our lives. Some of that power comes from the words themselves and
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My body, my choice
Reproductive choice is not only a dire issue concerning women’s rights, but one of racial and economic justice. Limitations on reproductive health services disproportionately impact black, brown and low-income communities, therefore, upholding and perpetuating income inequality and white supremacy. The pro-life movement is not rooted in an appreciation for life, but is about political and
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The Power of Sisterhood
The roots of sisterhood go deep into our history, from the homemakers who went to work because the men were at war, to the women who marched the streets fighting for civil rights. Sisterhood is more than a concept. It embraces the spirit of empathy and understanding which validates what you say, feel and think.