The kids are almost out of school and summer is just around the corner. Although summer means laying on the beach relaxing the day away for some people, it can often mean more responsibilities for working parents. The change in schedules from school to camp can cause unexpected stress for parents and kids alike. Here…

We’re all too familiar with the glass ceilings that women face in the workplace. Not getting raises or promotions, being limited in the projects we’re included on, and watching credit for our own work given to others. And for Black women the effects are more damaging. When we consider the racial and gender-based microaggressions we…

It’s very easy to find ourselves getting burnt out because we can’t say no. If you find yourself saying yes to everything and you realize that you have no time left for yourself, consider these tips. Once you put value to your minutes you will soon realize how saying “NO!” will not only benefit you,…

With Mother’s Day being this weekend, we want to take a moment to appreciate mothers, grandmothers, aunties, and the women who raised us. Here are just a few lessons my mother have taught me throughout my life. Don’t Put Your Happiness in Someone Else’s Hands So often as women we’re tending to others at work,…

In reality, forgiveness has nothing to do with the other person; it’s about you. Forgiveness allows you to heal. Not only does holding onto hurts affect us mentally, but it can also stand in the way of your physical wellness. Forgiveness does not need to be asked for because it isn’t done for the sake…

Spring cleaning is as good for your mental health as it is for your physical health! Spring Cleaning Is Healthy  – Regardless if you are living in a household of 1 or 5, life gets busy. A good spring cleaning is a great way for you to give your house a good scrubbing. Cleaning will…

It’s very easy for people in the caregiving industry to forget about themselves. Regardless if you are a nurse tending to patients all day or a social worker helping better a child’s life, self-care should be on your list of priorities. In honor of it being social work month, here are some self-care tips to…

In 1980, the National Women’s History project knew it was time give women a voice. Celebrating Women’s History Month every year is not to just inspire girls and women, but to also highlight the importance contributions women have made throughout history. “In the future, there will be no female leaders. There will just be leaders.”…

The many invitations and obligations at this time of year causes a lot of stress. It’s supposed to be full of joy and laughter but for many it’s full of stress and overwhelm. But it doesn’t have to be that way! You can infuse joy back into ths season with these simple tips for having…