This summer of 2026, I am celebrating 18 years of full recovery from schizophrenia. I was told I would be totally disabled in 2007 when I was diagnosed, but today I am... Read more »
Perfectionists are often more concerned with goals and accomplishments than with their own well-being. Sometimes, we’re so busy trying to please people, avoid criticism, and prove we’re “good enough” that we don’t... Read more »
Black women have long been expected to carry more than most, not just in what they do but in who they are allowed to be. Black women are expected to show strength... Read more »
At 33, I lost my husband to advanced adrenal cancer. Despite my master’s in social work, the resulting immense sadness, anxiety, and fear were overwhelming. His funeral, just before Thanksgiving, made the... Read more »
The holidays can bring moments of joy, comfort, and community. They can also be draining and stressful. Holidays can create pressure related to: Making it magical for your loved ones. Strained finances... Read more »
There’s a moment, in every storm when you realize that no one is coming to steer the boat but you. It might be a diagnosis you didn’t see coming. A job loss... Read more »
Many of us have been conditioned to see self-care as indulgent, optional, or something we squeeze in only after everything else (or everyone else) is taken care of. It’s also often treated... Read more »
Source: Polina Tankilevitch / Pexels Escaping the imagery of everyday racial trauma where individuals are being hurt, harmed, or killed because of their race can be nearly impossible. We live in a... Read more »
The wellness industry often portrays self-care as a solo pursuit: spa days, bubble baths, and $40 candles. While these moments can be valuable, what if connection and caring for others could be... Read more »
The holiday season can be a time of joy, connection, and celebration. But for some people, it can also bring stress, loneliness, and emotional overwhelm. Whether it’s the pressure to meet expectations,... Read more »