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Simple Tips on How to Deal With Stress

Nowadays, many people live hectic lifestyles that lead to constant pressure, burnout, tiredness, anxiety, and negative feelings. Thus, learning how to combat these and how to deal with stress becomes a necessary tool for all women who want to improve their wellbeing or solve a specific problem that they weren’t able to due to tension. It’s completely natural to feel stressed-out once in a while, but if that pressure continues into extended periods of time, it may start to  debilitate your overall functioning. The good news is that, though many believe that stress is  caused by events in our life, it’s actually more about perception you can fully gain control over. We’ll give you insight into facts and ideas on the topic with a view to inspire you to start […]

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Ultimate Self Care Tips for Women of Color

We often hear this phrase nowadays, but we don’t always know how to apply it in our day-to-day life. Learning and incorporating some useful self-care tips into our everyday routines can do us a world of good and help us overcome mental health problems like depression and anxiety or become the best version of ourselves. Read on to find out all you can do to give the most important person in your life, – you, of course – the inspiration to win and withstand challenges. This concept has been defined in numerous ways, but whichever definition you choose, you’ll see it stands for tools and habits people develop that aid them in achieving personal and professional success. It’s not as simple as treating yourself, but it’s connected to keeping balance […]

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What to Expect at the First Therapy Appointment and How to Prepare for It

Did you make your first therapy appointment? Or are you planning to make one in the near future? If so, first congratulate yourself for taking this first step, which is never easy for anyone. Opening yourself up to another person is quite challenging. Here are some preparations you can make to reduce your anxiety regarding your first session. Who Should Go to a Therapist? The simple answer is “everybody.” Mental health is as essential as flossing. Taking care of your health doesn’t just imply a healthy body but also entails a healthy mind and soul. As you may know, stress and anxiety can lead to many diseases, like high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid problems, and stomach ulcers. In order to have a healthy body, you need to have a healthy mind. […]

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Black Women in the Workplace – A Glass Ceiling in Corporate America and How to Break It

Black women in the workplace face bigger obstacles in careers compared to their Caucasian counterparts. The studies show that they are the least likely group to feel included in the work environment. Not only that, but African American employees are less likely to be promoted or mentored by their senior managers. The position of black women is not enviable. However, there are things corporations can do to help them improve career status by treating them fairly and providing them with equal rights and opportunities to learn, lead, and grow. Being a Black Woman in Corporate America Means Being up Against Many Problems It is not a secret that African Americans are underrepresented in workplaces. The research from the marketing company McKinsey even shows that 49% of surveyed women feel like their race makes […]

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Black Women Are Facing an Overwhelming Mental Health Crisis

On a humid July morning that was to hit 95°F, Tiffany Hathorn found herself frozen in her front yard. The 35-year-old copywriter from Searcy, AR, wanted to do the right thing, but she hesitated. Lying in the street in front of her house was a ripped-open cardboard box addressed to a house a few blocks away. It contained nothing but the paper packaging and a receipt for Bath and Body Works items that were long gone. Someone had likely stolen the contents and dumped the box outside Tiffany’s house. “I felt like I should return it,” she says. “But then I got nervous.” Anyone might have wondered if the box had traces of coronavirus and thought twice before touching it. And, like any single woman venturing to a strange house, […]

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How Does Therapy Work and Help?

There are a vast number of opinions and stereotypes regarding therapy. If you are one of the people wondering does therapy work, then you came to the right place. Here, we will briefly explain how and why therapy works and answer some questions and doubts you may have. Common Misconceptions About Therapy When talking about therapy, people tend to have misconceptions about whether or not it works, what it is, and who should try it. One of the most common misconceptions that it is for “crazy people.” This is entirely untrue. Therapy is for everybody, and it is important for mental health. Another common misconception is that counseling is an easy process where all you have to do is sit back and talk about your feelings. This is also untrue. […]

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