How to Put Together Your Ideal Community
“What do I do when I don’t have a good, healthy support system?” After my last email about “Who’s got your back?”, I heard from several people asking me how … Read more
The Importance of Female Friendships in the Digital Age
In today’s digital age, personal connection and relationships have arguably been sacrificed on the altar of technological efficiency. Our sensory world, and possibly even our neurological makeup, is being altered … Read more
Ten Strategies for Cultivating Friendships
This is part 2 of The Importance of Female Friendships in the Digital Age article, in which we talked about how vital friendships are in the digital age. Healthy friendships … Read more
The Power of Forgiveness
Forgiveness transforms anger and hurt into healing and peace. Forgiveness can help you overcome depression, anxiety, rage as well as personal, and relational conflicts. It is about making the conscious … Read more
Self-Disclosure and Good Mental Health – Part One
Have you ever felt so alone that you think no one in the world understands you? Do you find it difficult to share personal information with others? Believe it or not, … Read more
Self-Disclosure and Finding the Right Person to Talk With – Part Two
Archives of research reveal that women of all ages and circumstances have feelings of isolation, inadequacy and the fear of sharing their personal stories. It is important to find trustworthy … Read more
Evolution Through Authenticity
Personal transformation happens through authentic connection with others. When we feel loved, valued and included, we are empowered to find personal meaning and realize our greatest potential. Sadly, many of … Read more
The Death of Perfection
Linda, a 42 year old attorney with two young boys, felt guilt and disappointment both on the job and at home. She never quite felt that she was where she … Read more
The Hardest Loss of All
The short conversation on the phone left my husband, Martin with a look of shock. “What was that about?” I asked. Martin stood in silence, took some forced deep breaths … Read more
Empty Nest, Full Heart
My heart weighed heavy this week. Empty nest pangs gnawing at me yet again. My two college age children headed back to their respective schools in upstate New York and … Read more