The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong – Mahatma Gandhi To err is human, to forgive, divine – Alexander Pope Romance to ruin It was my tenth wedding anniversary. I was excited to have made it this far. As we …
Toxic masculinity in academic and media circles refers to cultural patterns that are linked with harm to men and society. The machismo boilerplate of men as assertive socially, along with attributes such as misogyny, homophobia, sexual assault, and domestic violence are toxic as it promotes …
Amanda Griesbaum is the creator of Following Isidore, where she writes about the Catholic faith, rural life, and recipes from her grannie. She believes the best way to live out God’s two greatest commandments: Love Him and Love your Neighbor, is to learn, practice, and …
Jen is your average busy professional woman, wife, mom, chauffeur, daughter, sister, friend, and organizer. She has always admired and envied those who live a truly organized life, with everything in its place. She wants that, too! She finds herself feeling very off-kilter when she …
Gratitude is an antidote to negative emotions, a neutralizer of envy, hostility, worry, and irritation. It is savoring; it is not taking things for granted; it is present-oriented – Sonja Lyubomirsky Prologue On a cold day in January 2016, I am flying to London, UK, …
All my life, I have felt like an outlier or a highly sensitive person. I like to write, act, visit the theatre, art exhibitions, travel, and take photographs. Sometimes in society, some activities are considered macho and manly. As a result, other activities are considered …
Bethany Ashlyn, blogs on mental health and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). It is something I had never heard of. I catch up with Bethany about her life dealing with mental health and PCOS. Bethany, welcome, and let’s start by talking about you. Tell me a …
In a world where many people define success by titles and achievements, Dr. Cristina “Crickette” Inserto reminds us that true fulfillment comes from serving others with love and purpose. A passionate dentist based in Manila, Philippines, Crickette’s story is one of faith, resilience, and joy. …
