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    Why Women are Overworked at Home and What Can be Done to Achieve Balance

    May 2, 2023

    As a woman, I understand the struggle of feeling overworked and overwhelmed with household responsibilities. Despite advancements in gender equality, women still tend to bear the brunt of the workload at home. This can lead to burnout, stress, and a lack of balance in our lives. In this article, I will explore the reasons behind […]

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    Why Women are Overworked at Home and What Can be Done to Achieve Balance

    May 2, 2023

    As a woman, I understand the struggle of feeling overworked and overwhelmed with household responsibilities. Despite advancements in gender equality, women still tend to bear the brunt of the workload at home. This can lead to burnout, stress, and a lack of balance in our lives. In this article, I will explore the reasons behind […]

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    Breaking Free: How Confronting Your Past Abuser Can Help Overcome Trauma

    April 4, 2023

    As a survivor of abuse, I know firsthand the challenges that come with overcoming the trauma it causes. Trauma can affect every aspect of your life, from your mental health to your relationships and even your physical health. It’s an ongoing battle that takes a lot of courage and inner strength to overcome. One of […]

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    Breaking Free: How Confronting Your Past Abuser Can Help Overcome Trauma

    April 4, 2023

    As a survivor of abuse, I know firsthand the challenges that come with overcoming the trauma it causes. Trauma can affect every aspect of your life, from your mental health to your relationships and even your physical health. It’s an ongoing battle that takes a lot of courage and inner strength to overcome. One of […]

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    Tips for Effective Co-parenting with an Ex-Spouse You Don’t Like

    March 27, 2023

    Going through a divorce is a challenging experience, and co-parenting with an ex-spouse can be even more difficult, especially if you don’t get along with them. However, effective co-parenting is crucial for ensuring that your children have a stable and healthy environment to grow up in. In this article, I will discuss the challenges of […]

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    Tips for Effective Co-parenting with an Ex-Spouse You Don’t Like

    March 27, 2023

    Going through a divorce is a challenging experience, and co-parenting with an ex-spouse can be even more difficult, especially if you don’t get along with them. However, effective co-parenting is crucial for ensuring that your children have a stable and healthy environment to grow up in. In this article, I will discuss the challenges of […]

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    Breaking the News: Tips for When and How to Tell Your Kids About Your Divorce

    March 22, 2023

    As a divorce coach, I have seen firsthand the challenges of breaking the news to children about their parents’ divorce. It’s never easy, but there are ways to make it less painful for everyone involved. In this article, I will provide tips on how to approach this difficult conversation with your children. Introduction to the […]

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    Breaking the News: Tips for When and How to Tell Your Kids About Your Divorce

    March 22, 2023

    As a divorce coach, I have seen firsthand the challenges of breaking the news to children about their parents’ divorce. It’s never easy, but there are ways to make it less painful for everyone involved. In this article, I will provide tips on how to approach this difficult conversation with your children. Introduction to the […]

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    Why Race-Based Trauma Should Be Recognized as a Mental Health Disorder in the DSM-5

    March 17, 2023

    As a mental health professional, I have seen the devastating impact of trauma on individuals. Trauma can be caused by a variety of experiences, including physical and emotional abuse, neglect, sexual assault, and natural disasters. However, one type of trauma that is often overlooked is race-based trauma. Race-based trauma refers to the psychological and emotional […]

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    Why Race-Based Trauma Should Be Recognized as a Mental Health Disorder in the DSM-5

    March 17, 2023

    As a mental health professional, I have seen the devastating impact of trauma on individuals. Trauma can be caused by a variety of experiences, including physical and emotional abuse, neglect, sexual assault, and natural disasters. However, one type of trauma that is often overlooked is race-based trauma. Race-based trauma refers to the psychological and emotional […]

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    Moving from Surviving to Thriving: Coping Strategies for African-Americans Dealing with Race-Based Trauma

    March 14, 2023

    As an African-American, I understand the impact that race-based trauma can have on mental health and well-being. Experiencing racism and discrimination can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and even post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, there are coping strategies that can help individuals move from surviving to thriving despite the trauma. In this article, I […]

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    Moving from Surviving to Thriving: Coping Strategies for African-Americans Dealing with Race-Based Trauma

    March 14, 2023

    As an African-American, I understand the impact that race-based trauma can have on mental health and well-being. Experiencing racism and discrimination can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and even post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, there are coping strategies that can help individuals move from surviving to thriving despite the trauma. In this article, I […]

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    Navigating Mental Health in the African-American Community

    March 2, 2023

    Navigating mental health can be difficult for anyone, but for members of the African-American community, there can be added stigma and challenges in seeking help and support. To best understand the importance of mental health services and resources for African-Americans, it is important to understand the unique circumstances of this community. Understanding Mental Health in […]

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    Navigating Mental Health in the African-American Community

    March 2, 2023

    Navigating mental health can be difficult for anyone, but for members of the African-American community, there can be added stigma and challenges in seeking help and support. To best understand the importance of mental health services and resources for African-Americans, it is important to understand the unique circumstances of this community. Understanding Mental Health in […]

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    Uncovering the Truth Behind Lying After Infidelity: The Reality of Cheating

    February 15, 2023

    Infidelity is a painful and traumatic experience for any couple. It is often accompanied by a lot of pain, hurt, and anger. The betrayal of trust can be devastating, and the lies that often follow can make it even worse. In this blog article, we will try to uncover the truth behind lying after infidelity […]

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    Uncovering the Truth Behind Lying After Infidelity: The Reality of Cheating

    February 15, 2023

    Infidelity is a painful and traumatic experience for any couple. It is often accompanied by a lot of pain, hurt, and anger. The betrayal of trust can be devastating, and the lies that often follow can make it even worse. In this blog article, we will try to uncover the truth behind lying after infidelity […]

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    Discovering Mental Health Support in the Black Community: A Step Towards Healing

    February 13, 2023

    Mental health is an important part of our overall well-being, yet it is often overlooked or undervalued in the Black community. Mental health issues have been historically stigmatized in the Black community and many of us struggle to find adequate mental health support. But there is hope. In this article, we’ll explore the impact of […]

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    Discovering Mental Health Support in the Black Community: A Step Towards Healing

    February 13, 2023

    Mental health is an important part of our overall well-being, yet it is often overlooked or undervalued in the Black community. Mental health issues have been historically stigmatized in the Black community and many of us struggle to find adequate mental health support. But there is hope. In this article, we’ll explore the impact of […]

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    How To Handle A Relationship After Things Have Gotten Physical

    September 9, 2019

    Unless you are a masochist or someone who derives pleasure from physical pain you never intended for your relationship to get physical. But it did. It started with yelling at each other. They put their hands in your face. You knocked their hands down. You push each other, more yelling occurs and then…bam. You are […]

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    How To Handle A Relationship After Things Have Gotten Physical

    September 9, 2019

    Unless you are a masochist or someone who derives pleasure from physical pain you never intended for your relationship to get physical. But it did. It started with yelling at each other. They put their hands in your face. You knocked their hands down. You push each other, more yelling occurs and then…bam. You are […]

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